Job Information
Mid Valley Clinic and Hospital Medical assistant (Full Time)$4,000 Sign on Bonus in Omak, Washington
Description
The Medical Assistant delivers patient care under the general direction and supervision of the MD's within the Clinic. He/She provides patient care by performing the listed duties within context of their job description and the established procedures and standards of care in the Clinic. The Medical Assistant will adhere to Mid-Valley Hospital policies and procedures and Washington State licensing laws.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
• The medical assistant has frequent contact with the public and often handles sensitive information and will maintain confidentiality of all patient-hospital or physician related information.
• Obtains work assignment from MD at the beginning of shift and coordinates patient care along with his/her team leader throughout the shift. Notifies team leader of changes in patient condition.
• Handles all requests with a positive attitude at the time the request is made. Cooperates with team members in a constructive and supportive manner. Demonstrates ethical conduct and practices in carrying out delegated duties within scope of practice.
• Has strong knowledge base of scope of practice, demonstrates ability to function within the scope of practice.
• Understands principles of asepsis.
• Assists in care for all types of patients, i.e., pediatric, psychiatric, geriatric, orthopedic, medical, surgical, and cardiac.
• Takes accurate vital signs of patients.
• Documents vitals in EMR system.
• Rooms patients as necessary for each appointment.
• Assists in collection of specimens needed for lab work ups.
• Must keep competencies up to date.
• Cleans and stores instruments as directed.
• Takes specimens to laboratory along with completion of appropriate paperwork as needed.
• Restocks linens and standard supply items in all rooms.
• Wipes clean/sanitizes all surfaces related to patient care areas and as directed.
• Checks refrigerator temp and documents.
• Assists in set up of simple procedures and exams.
• Maintains ongoing communication between nursing and medical staff about their patient observations and voices needs of patients.
• Fields requests for patient comfort and updates on completion of care relating their objective observations to the MD and/or RN managing the care of the patient.
• Performs simple dressings under supervision and direction of MD using clean technique.
• Performs HCA duties under the direction of the MD as directed based on the category of HCA the MA is licensed.
• Assists patients with crutches, fitting, splinting, and gait training.
• Assists patients with dressing and un-dressing.
• Assists patients with toileting, hygiene, skin care.
• Assists patients with ambulation as needed - transferring to wheelchair.
• Stays with confused patients and children, as needed and directed by the MD and/or RN caring for the patient.
• Weighs patients as directed by MD caring for patient.
• Participates in safety, disaster and fire protection programs.
• Work aids may be, but not all inclusive: scissors, stethoscope, scales, carts, wheelchairs.
• Follows normal chain of command.
• Identifies self as the Medical Assistant with encounters of all patients.
Requirements
EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent
One to two years post-secondary education as required by Health Care Assistant License categories.
EXPERIENCE
Prefer one year experience in clinical patient care.
REQUIREMENTS
Current Washington State Medical Assistant/Health Care Assistant License
CPR certified
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; delegate and coordinate through leadership skills.
Ability to communicate with peopl