Geisinger · 1 month ago
Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - General Internal Medicine
Danville, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expGeisinger is a healthcare organization that offers a progressive learning environment for Medical Assistants providing outpatient care. The role involves direct patient care, clinical support, and administrative duties to ensure efficient clinic operations.
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Responsibilities
Provides direct patient care and clinical support for physicians and other providers in the outpatient setting
Functions as an integral member of the health care team under the direction of the provider
Performs clinical duties such as preparing patients, collecting and reviewing pertinent information, performing technical duties, documenting using the electronic medical record, and supporting a safe environment for patients
Provides administrative and clerical support for the clinic/department including patient scheduling, filing reports, and following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries
Obtains and documents, using the rooming tool in the electronic medical record, the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, visit screening information, medication review, and pertinent information for provider
Sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases
Assists patient as needed to prepare for visit with provider, takes appropriate measures to assure patient’s safety and privacy
Provides direct patient care as directed by provider based on competency and needs of clinic, such as performs EKGs, wound dressings, and functions as support to the provider during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations
Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous medications
Completes patient tests and treatments per provider’s order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies
Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions relative to the testing, reporting, and quality assurance of laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory
Performs receptionist and clerical duties to support patient care and functioning of the clinic, including matching and filing ancillary department reports, consultation and other medical reports in patients’ medical records
Documents in the appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical record
Uses the electronic medical record and scheduling system as designated
Facilitates timely appointments for patients. Completes referrals and pre-authorizations as needed
Collects co-payments
Under the direction of the provider and/or site lead, assists with orientation of new personnel
Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communications to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patient needs
Reinforces patient education as directed by the provider to support patient’s understanding of instructions
May inventory medical/surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals non-controlled substances only to ensure adequate supply levels, verify expiration dates, document utilization, optimize organizational efficiency and space utilization
May have access to non-controlled medication storage/supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic/unit
Prepares and cleans instruments
Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection, including high level disinfection of instruments and equipment
Cleans/sets up examination rooms between patients using established infection prevention protocols
Follows hand hygiene and appropriate infection prevention precautions. Routinely inspects/observes condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identifies need for preventive and/or corrective maintenance
Responsible for actively participating in patient safety and quality improvement program
Qualification
Required
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required
Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - (Required)
Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body; Certified Medical Assistant - Default Issuing Body
Preferred
Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred
Graduate from Specialty Training Program - (Preferred)
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)
Benefits
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Company
Geisinger
Geisinger is a health and wellness organization that offers orthopaedic, weight-management, and heart care services. It is a sub-organization of Risant Health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.95MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-04-02Acquired
2024-01-10Grant· $0.95M
Leadership Team
Terry Gilliland
President & CEO
Anne Morse
Director, Division of Pediatric Sleep Medicine
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