Medical Assistant - Primary Care Clinic (FT - Days) at Excelsior Springs City Hospital in Excelsior Springs, Missouri

Job Description:

Provides direct patient care within the ambulatory setting within role/scope of practice.Demonstrates professionalism by practicing, maintaining, and increasing knowledge of healthcare trends through evidenced based practice. Accepts accountability and uses independent clinical judgment for care provided by self and by healthcare providers to who care delegated.Performs & records assessment of patients through observation, obtainment of vital signs & chart review to facilitate appropriate care with the healthcare team.Demonstrates ability to continually assess and anticipate changes in patients condition and make appropriate decisions accordingly.Communicates pertinent patient and unit information to provider, supervisor, department director and other appropriate persons while maintaining client confidentiality. Assists with minor office procedures, pap smears, dressing changes and other care as needed.Delivers medication injections as per policy and scope of practice. Maintains working knowledge of point of care testing processes and standing orders.Provides detailed education, discharge instructions, follow up appointments, etc. Assists patient care delivery to promote the continuum of care- placing orders, referrals, lab results, radiology reports, faxes, patient prescriptions, prior authorizations, medical record requests, etc. Documents accurately in a thorough, concise, and timely manner. Cleans patient rooms, equipment & instruments according to hospital policies. Inventories and maintains appropriate supply of drug samples and supplies. Assists in the development and implementation of department quality checks & improvement activities. Completes required annual competencies.Accepts assignments willingly and is flexible when changes occur. Provides coverage and attends training at other Primary Care locations as directed.Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferredMaintain Basic Life Support (BLS)Prefer previous experience in a physician office setting.