Patient Care Assistant

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Escorts patient to exam room. Obtains and documents data to include but not limited to chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, pain level, medication history, and fall risk. Obtains and reviews basic health history information. Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for the visit. Providers must review and approve the data collected by the PCA.

• Utilizes written MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center policies/procedures and universal pre-cautions when performing lab/diagnostic tests or procedures. Performs, maintains and documents quality controls as applicable/requested, i.e., logs, proficiency tests, maintenance records, etc.

• Assists in scheduling patients for office appointments, lab/diagnostic tests/referrals. Reviews written test preparation handout with patient and documents in medical record. Refers patient to provider/registered nurse if patient education is required.

• Completes ticket/submits charges in electronic health record to include and obtain the diagnosis from the provider, identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services. Obtains ABN per e-LMRP as necessary.

• Documents notification/follow-up of phone messages under direct supervision of a provider.Assists in cost containment by maintaining an adequate quantity of supplies in workstations, exam procedure rooms (lab and x-ray if applicable).

• Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.

• May gather laboratory results, radiology reports, medical records, and other data for review by the physician. All data will be reviewed by the physician or ACP.

• Communicate waits and delays as directed by the nurse, ACP or physician.

• Competence in EMR navigation and functionality as appropriate for their department and role in the organization.

• Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center -Guiding Behaviors and cultural beliefs.

• Supports and abides by all medical centers, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.

• Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center and the Sisters of Mercy.

• Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.

• Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.

• Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor, manager or department head.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in the training, orientation, and education of new employees.

• Serves as a resource person for patients and other clinic staff.

• Functions as a team member by providing back up when needed.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with weekend rotations.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Successful completion of a formal Nurse Aid or Emergency Medical Technician course/training verified through transcript or original program certificate of completion OR

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program OR

Currently enrolled in an A.D.N., B.S.N., program with successful completion of first semester of A.D.N. program, OR first year completion of nursing courses in BSN OR graduate of an A.D.N., Diploma, BSN or LPN program. OR

Registered on State of Iowa Nurse Aide registry listing as "Active" or eligible.

Experience:

A minimum of six months' work experience in a health care facility performing duties relating to patient care is preferred.

Additional experience involving computer knowledge

Special Skills and Competencies:

1. Communication skills with the ability to maintain and display professionalism with customers and coworkers.

2. Organizational skills with attention to detail.

3. Computer skills

4. Flexibility and adaptability.

5. Functions as a patient advocate.

6. Typing speed of 35 words per minute (verified by testing) preferred

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran