Medical Assistant Apprentice

2 days ago

Sault Ste Marie, United States MyMichigan Health Full time

Summary:

* 3 Openings Available*

Under direct supervision of the provider or clinical trainer, will be responsible for learning and assisting with patient assessment, care and maintaining appropriate documentation. This position will learnbasic knowledge of specialty and/or primary care to be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients. This position is responsible for coordinating care to assure high quality, compassionate patient care is provided. This position will be taught and assist with ordering of medical, pharmacy and office supplies to manage patient care. In addition, the apprentice will be trained on all of the components outlined in the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program curriculum. They will assure compliance with all the policies/procedures of MyMichigan Health and follow Occupational safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, Clinical laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations, and all appropriate regulatory agencies. They will coordinate with and train any new employees, students and float staff as required. The clinical person will provide patient education, assist with specialty care modalities, symptom management, be available for emergencies, monitor for compliance and the effects of care management with high-risk patients, educate on prescriptions and teach the patient and family the reasons for the medication and side effects, coordinate and ensure continuity of care with other providers. Also, may perform general office duties (keyboarding, filing, telephone, computer and office equipment) as needed. The expectations outlined in this job description may vary slightly depending on the practice in which you are assigned. Your immediate supervisor will be able to clarify your responsibilities for you.

Responsibilities:

(50%)*Actively participates in Apprenticeship requirements while maintainingadequate performance for all coursework and practicum sessions.

(20%)*Triages all calls, schedules daily urgent/emergent add-ons, receives and relays test results.

(20%)*Greets patients and/or family, performs routine pre-examination procedures including vital signs, assessing and recording objective and subjective data concerning presenting condition. Updates and maintains an accurate patient record by performing but not limited to, orders reconciliation, secure messaging (if available) and other tasks as assigned. Performs medication reconciliation, enters allergy reaction type, processes refills within the scope of their certification.

(10%)*Prepares and cleans the patient area, sets up equipment, cleans and facilitates room set up after a procedure. Disposes of contaminated supplies and sterilizes medical instruments.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides complete patient assessment as indicated within the scope of the practice.

Performs patient care measures including injections, minor dressing changes, and obtaining blood specimens. In some practices may be required to, demonstrate competency to assist with procedures such as, but not limited to electrocardiogram (EKG), Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABI), and Non-stress Test (NST).

Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and co-workers. If applicable, maybe required to travel to satellite clinics.

Understands necessary computer functions in the office setting: MAPS, MCIR Practice Management, Electronic Medical Records, LIS, Emageon, dictation systems, and any other necessary programs to assist providers and staff.

Demonstrates critical thinking for patient management.

Maintains a high level of confidentiality and ensures patient?s rights in accordance with proper procedures and in compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act).

May be asked to perform clerical duties?filing out insurance forms, correspondence, arranging hospital admission, answering the telephone, updating/filing patient?s medical records. Orders supplies and medications.

Maintains a system for accurately documenting and coding, in the medical record as appropriate and per policy. Participate in annual review for quality and completeness as necessary.

Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures as evidenced by observation, documentation and peer feedback.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft? Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Certifications and Licensures:

BLS - Basic Life Support Required Equivalent Experience - Within 3 months of hire or transfer

MA CERT - Medical Assistant Preferred Equivalent Experience - As required by Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to be employed through MidMichigan Health all Medical Assistants must possess an active certification. At the completion of the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program, in order to fulfill a medical assistant position, you will be required to hold this certification.

Required Education:

Education: High School Diploma Comments: or GED

Other Information:

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Excellent interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Knowledge of medical office policies, practices and procedures as normally acquired through three to five years working in the health care system or similar setting.

Previous experience in a physician clinic setting preferred.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level:Light.Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

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