Certified Medical Assistant
Company: Colorado Center For Reproductive Medicine
Location: Rockville
Posted on: January 22, 2023
Job Description:
Job descriptionThe Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates
knowledge and skill in the care of all infertility patients. The
Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for the daily management
of patients. The Certified Medical Assistant reports directly to
the Nurse Manager and takes daily direction/supervision from the
Physicians, the Nurse Practitioner, the Nurse Manager and the
Assistant Nurse Manager.FLSA Status
- Non-Exempt (hourly)Supervisory Responsibilities
- None.Essential Functions
- Prepare patients for examination, including TPR, height,
weight, blood pressure, BMI calculation, allergy and medication
information, hemoglobin and urine testing, Pap smear, cultures and
urine pregnancy testing as needed.
- Complete and document patient assessment and vital signs,
testing, allergy and medication information in EMR, using
appropriate encounter type.
- For all new patients or regroups, set up consult room and
computer with correct patient EMR documents and any other patient
testing documentation.
- Alert Physician and/or Nurse Practitioner of any abnormals
prior to patient being seen or procedures being done.
- Prepare minor procedure trays and assist with those procedures
as needed. These procedures would include but not be limited to:
hysteroscopy, endo-biopsy, balloon removal and laminaria. For
biopsy prep, confirm correct solution for biopsy specimen.
- For any biopsy specimen, please complete necessary pathology
form, document in patient chart and call courier for timely
pickup.
- Ensure proper handling of hysteroscope. Test for leaks daily.
Examine for any signs of damage weekly and log results.
- Assist with HSG equipment/patient/ procedure as necessary and
as directed.
- Give accurate information to patient regarding procedures.
- Obtain patient consent for procedure and witness consent.
- For all pre-op patients, assure all pre-op history and consent
forms are completed and placed in inbox for surgery center staff
pickup. Confirm with patient that pre-op labs have been done prior
to patient leaving the office.
- Call patients with pharmacy scripts and follow-up on medication
refill requests and document follow-up.
- Assist physician and nurse practitioner with physical
examinations as needed, assuring Pap and culture forms are
completed accurately and sent out in a timely manner.
- Communicate all Pap results to patient. For any abnormal Pap
findings, give instructions for follow-up with OB/GYN physician or
PCP. Document Pap smear results and call to patient regarding
follow-up in EMR.
- Perform urine pregnancy testing, as needed and document results
in EMR.
- Scan all patient consents and forms into EMR daily.
- As ordered or directed by physician or nurse, give injections
to patients.
- Clean exam room after each patient visit, using 1 minute wet
disinfecting towelettes to clean exam bed, counter, and light
source if needed.
- Set up exam rooms with necessary equipment/drapes etc. for
appropriate appointment type
- Clean, stock and order back office supplies on a weekly
basis.
- Rinse, soak and autoclave speculums and any other equipment
daily or as needed.
- Prepare all necessary paperwork, consents, and forms for the
next day provider appointments.
- Daily autoclave checks, sterilization, cleaning, maintenance
and biological testing documentation. Follow up with autoclave
supply, equipment needs, and service calls as needed.
- Maintain current records for daily sterile soak of equipment,
and changing of soak solution in the requested time frame.
- Maintain quality checks and do daily documentation of results
in log book for urine dipstick testing, HemoCue testing, urine
pregnancy quality control testing and autoclave biological
testing.Other DutiesThis job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, tasks, duties, or
responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties,
responsibilities, tasks, and activities of this position are
subject to change at any time with or without notice.Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong computer skills, ability to use basic office
equipment.
- Strong ability to follow procedures is essential.
- Must be organized, with a strong ability to multi-task,
prioritize, and have a strong attention to detail and strong
ability to utilize time efficiently.
- Must have a strong ability to act independently while under the
supervision of the nurse and physician.
- Must have excellent customer service skills, exhibiting
courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of internal and
external customers at all times.
- Must consistently display a positive attitude and flexibility
in changing situations.
- Must have excellent communication skills and make it a priority
to consistently communicate positively and professionally with all
staff members and patients.
- Demonstrate the ability to be a team player and possess a
willingness to perform duties that are assigned or delegated within
a timely manner.
- Participate in identifying problems and suggesting
solutions.
- Maintain confidentiality of all work information.
- Maintain strict confidentiality for all patient and clinic
information, consistent with established security and
confidentiality policies and HIPAA regulations, at all times.]
- Understand and assess for domestic violence and child abuse
issues and reporting responsibilities. Will report concerns to
Medical Director or Nurse Manager.
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, on a rotating
basis with other teammates.Education and Experience
- Current Phlebotomy certification, required.
- Must have excellent phlebotomy skills with a minimum of 200
successful blood draws is required with documentation of such.
Preference may be given to those with phlebotomy experience in a
hospital or clinical setting.
- Current Medical Assistant certification or Licensed Practical
Nurse.
- Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assisting.
- Minimum 2 years recent MA experience.
- Current BLS certification.Working ConditionsThis job operated
in a professional office and clinical setting with daily use of
surgical instrumentation and equipment; daily use of chemicals such
as Formalin; daily use of medical supplies, equipment and
materials. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such
as computers, including computer keyboards and mice; telephones;
photocopiers; scanners; filing cabinets.The duties of this position
involves an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact
with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or
splashes of them. Appropriate protective measures are required for
every employee engaged in these tasks. The duties of this position
also involves occasionally exerting 75 pounds of force, and/or up
to 35 pounds of force frequently.While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, see and hear.
The employee is frequently required to sit; will occasionally stand
and/or walk; use hands and fingers to grasp, pick, pinch, type; and
reach with hands and arms. Employee is required to have close
visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and
analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer
terminal; extensive reading; operation of standard office machines
and equipment.The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.About CCRM
CCRM is an industry-leading pioneer in fertility science, research
and advancement, offering access to national network of
award-winning physicians, a full suite of fertility services,
innovative technology and cutting edge labs. CCRM is currently
comprised of eleven locations spanning the U.S. and Canada with
growth planned for continued network development on a domestic and
international basis. CCRM is proud to assist in building all kinds
of families.Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination CCRM is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
Race, Color, Religion, Creed, National Origin, Ancestry, Sex,
Pregnancy, Age, Sexual Orientation (including transgender status),
Physical or Mental Disability, Marriage to a Co-Worker, or for
anyone engaging in Protected Activity (opposing a discriminatory
practice or participating in an employment discrimination
proceeding). Additionally, this employer does not tolerate any
employees engaging in discriminatory behavior based on any of the
aforementioned protected classes.Compensation & Benefits CCRM
proudly offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and
benefits package to full-time employees, including paid holidays,
paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability
insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) with company
match.Pre-Employment RequirementsAll offers of employment by this
employer are conditional upon the incumbent's successful completion
of pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background.
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Keywords: Colorado Center For Reproductive Medicine, Rockville , Certified Medical Assistant, Other , Rockville, Maryland
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