GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients. These duties include the greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room; taking medical histories, the measurement and recording of vital signs; preparing patients for the examination/procedure; and assisting the physician during the examination/procedure. Demonstrates clinical competence as a Medical Assistant.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(Please Note: The following duties & responsibilities may not apply to all ambulatory areas):
Patient Care:
10.Enter medication, radiology, and lab orders in the electronic health record for provider sign off.
11.Discharge patient providing after visit instructions to patient and/or caregiver as directed by the provider.
12.Enter medication refill/request per department guidelines.
Diagnostic:
Collect and process specimens.
Perform CLIA-waived tests.
Perform electrocardiography, respiratory and other testing based on department needs.
- Perform phlebotomy, including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Consultation:
Serve as a liaison between patients and medical staff in the event of problems or complaints.
Schedule, coordinate, and monitor appointments.
Schedule outpatient procedures.
- Apply third party and managed care policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Obtain insurance pre-authorizations. 6. Enters referrals for provider sign off.
Quality Assurance:
Participate in departmental/divisional Quality Assessment and Quality Improvement Programs.
Practice Standard Precautions, including hand washing and disposal of biohazardous materials.
Apply principles of aseptic and sterile technique.
Clean instruments and equipment per policies and procedures.
Comply with all HFHS and departmental specific safety standards.
Maintain compliance with regulatory standards regarding practice, environment, and documentation.
Instruction:
Function as a health care advocate to meet individual's needs.
Educate individuals in office policies and procedures.
- Educate the patient within the scope of practice and as directed by supervising physician in health maintenance, disease prevention, and compliance with patient's treatment plan.
Identify community resources for health maintenance and disease prevention to meet individual patient needs
Other:
Uphold goals, policies, procedures, and expectations of Henry Ford Health.
Support the mission, vision, and values of Henry Ford Health.
Maintain examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment.
Maintain core and applicable specialty competencies as defined by Henry Ford Health.
Other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Medical Assistant Program, OR Graduate of a formal medical assistant program, OR Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.
Completion of a clinical externship.
Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care. Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
Additional Requirements:
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum). OR
Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years. OR
Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR
Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years. OR
Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Current BLS-C certificate. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred.
Additional Information
Organization: Community Care Services
Department: Mobile Occupational Health
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a $6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one of the nation's oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region's major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and remaining Michigan's fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses, pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visitHenryFord.com.
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