Adelante Healthcare · 2 months ago
Senior Medical Assistant (Internal Medicine) - Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear, AZ, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAdelante Healthcare is a healthcare organization that provides comprehensive services to the community. The Senior Medical Assistant role involves direct patient care, assisting providers, and maintaining high standards of professionalism while managing patient interactions and documentation.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Prepare for the patient appointment by reviewing and updating patient records prior to patient arrival
Interview patient to obtain reason for visit: chief complaint, and document in electronic medical record following MA workflow protocols for intake of patient
Obtain and record the patients’ vital signs according to protocol for patients age
Prepare exam room and patient for the type of exam/procedure to be performed
Maintain patient confidentiality following all HIPAA policies and procedures
Document accurately all patient information in electronic health record
Communicate in a timely and professional manner with patients and other members of the care team at all times
Know and follows the eight rights of drug assessment and administration
Know and follows procedure for immunization administration and storage
Follow all medication policies and procedures for labeling, storing and use
Know and utilizes principles of universal protocols and National Patient Safety Goals
Clean and sterilize instruments per protocol
Has knowledge of surgical and diagnostic office procedures
Correctly collect specimens, perform testing, and processes as indicated
Provides clear instructions to patients regarding obtaining and collecting of specimens
Review patient plan and educates patient on discharge instructions
Can accurately identify medications and their indications for proper utilization
Evaluate problems, situations or issues presented and understands priority while assisting with resolution using critical thinking and problem solving skills
Mentor to all Medical Assistants
All other duties as assigned (such as translation and travel to other locations)
Educates patients regarding services such as the Integrated care model, Patient Portal, and other specialty service lines within our organization and helps them navigate access to these services
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
Graduation from an approved medical assistant training program with three (3) or more years of direct Medical Assistant experience
Certified Medical Assistant, required
Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
Has one or more years as a medical assistant
Effective communication demonstrated by ability to read, interpret, comprehend and comply with written and verbal communication
Proficient mathematical skills for use in a healthcare setting
Basic computer proficiency to include Windows, MS Office, and internet
Ability to problem solve in situations both independently or with support from team and/or leadership
Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment
Must have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If employee is driving during work hours, the employee is required to possess a valid driver's license and must be in compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements
Preferred
Ability to communicate in more than one language
Electronic Health Record experience
Company
Adelante Healthcare
Adelante Healthcare offers medical, dental, behavioral counseling and primary healthcare services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-09-26Grant
Leadership Team
Pedro Cons
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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