Part-Time
Certified Medical Assistant
Deadline 4/22/27
Foundation Health Partners
No salary listed
Fairbanks, AK, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Required Skills
Inventory Management
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge
- Knowledge as normally obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting Program
- Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations
- Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Registration is required
- Current BLS certification
- Direct patient care personnel are required to demonstrate competent performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS) techniques for adults, children and infants according to the standards of a nationally recognized, standardized, credentialed healthcare provider course every other year
- Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience, preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service
- Must possess excellent organizational skills as well as effective human relations and communication skills
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills
Responsibilities
- Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate
- Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician
- Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures, including taking patients' blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature ear irrigation, and performing EKG's
- Acts as chaperon as needed
- Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed
- Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process
- Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling of patients
- Responsible for communicating test results to patient
- Acts as a resource to clinician to provide optimal patient care
- May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed
- Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation, which may include completing medical records, labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records, and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit
- Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion
- Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas
- Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures
- Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances
- Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs
- Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas
- Monitors inventory including medication/injectables and immunizations
- Develops and maintains an effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers
- Exemplifies service orientation and behaviors in all contacts
- Completes all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed
- Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements
- Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day
Desired Qualifications
- Recent healthcare experience preferred
- Additional related education and/or experience preferred