Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Zumbehl

Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Zumbehl

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Assists the physician and office staff with performance of patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility.

In communicating with patients, families, visitors and co-workers, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned. All the duties, responsibilities and qualifications documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

• Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing Advanced Standard room process including: entering the chief complaint, taking patient vital signs, reviewing patient history and allergies, completing a thorough medication reconciliation.
• Working the Encounter Guide including helping to close any open care gaps such as fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and diabetic eye exam, rechecking elevated blood pressures.
• Completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits as needed.
• Assists with any needed in-office testing including, but not limited to, drawing blood, completing mental status exams, EKG’s, walking oxygen studies and point of care testing.
• Administers vaccines and other injections within scope of practice.
• Schedules follow-up appointments when needed per office policy.
• Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred Experience:
  
  6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.
• Must have active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). (if applicable)

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education.
• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one.
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FS.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• 401k with employer match.
• Paid PTO for volunteering.
• Competitive salary.
• Future career growth.

Earn your MA Certification with Mercy! Primary Care Medical Assistant 40 hours per week, days Saint Charles.