Medical Assistant- Orthopedic Clinic- Artesia;

Medical Assistant
- Orthopedic Clinic
- Artesia (25-381)

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Under the direction of a RN/LPN or practitioner performs basic patient care activities.

Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital.

• Mission: Our mission at Artesia General Hospital is to provide high-quality healthcare to our community and the surrounding areas.
• Vision: To transform healthcare in our communities through innovation, engagement, and quality, while building a healthier tomorrow for generations to come.
• Values: Our values are covered in SERVICE.
• Servant Leadership
• Excellence
• Respect
• Virtuousness
• Innovation
• Community
• Education

• Obtain and document patient vitals.
• Perform bedside testing.
• Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care, perineal/foley care, non-sterile soaks, or thermal applications.
• Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms.
• Clean and store equipment.
• Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required.
• Perform basic clerical duties as needed.

• As assigned.

• Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care.

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
• Work Experience – Clinic Setting Preferred.
• Training – Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required.
• License/Certification – Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

Entry level

Part-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

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