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Banner Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeFort Collins, CO, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent working knowledge is required.
  • Completion of a Banner-approved medical assistant training program that meets state-defined regulations is required.
  • An active Medical Assistant certification is required: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire.
  • Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software, are required.
  • The ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized manner is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare patients for examinations and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, and other necessary measurements; record chief complaints and pain scores as appropriate; and report patient conditions that may indicate a change to the clinician.
  • Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including taking blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate or pulse, taking temperature, performing phlebotomy, ear irrigation and electrocardiograms (EKGs), and acting as a chaperone as needed. Use universal blood and body-fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed, and prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
  • Coordinate and manage patient care, including precertifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling clinic, hospital, and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Communicate test results to patients, serve as a resource to clinicians, and administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
  • Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, including complete medical records containing labs, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and previous care related to each visit. Provide complete and accurate information needed for billing in a timely manner.
  • Maintain a clean and functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas. Disinfect equipment and instruments with appropriate solutions according to sterilization procedures; follow manufacturer recommendations and OSHA guidelines when handling hazardous substances; perform basic equipment maintenance; and coordinate needed maintenance and prompt repairs.
  • Order supplies as directed and stock patient-care areas. Handle medication-related ordering and tasks, including expired medications or equipment and recalls.
  • Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and exemplify service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.
  • Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
  • Work under the direct supervision of providers and interact with staff in multiple departments, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts concerning patient health care. Interact with physician offices to report, request, or clarify information, and prioritize information from multiple sources to support responses to changes in patient and family health status.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed-care operations, electronic medical records (EMR), and scheduling software are preferred.
  • Additional related education and/or experience is preferred.

About the Company

Banner Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Banner Health is a nonprofit health care system operating a large network of hospitals, clinics and home- and long-term-care services across six Western states. It runs 33 acute-care hospitals, Banner Health Network, university medicine programs and a mix of urgent care, family clinics, home care, hospice, pharmacies and a nursing registry to provide coordinated care. Its network links hospitals, physician groups and care sites to guide patients through primary, specialty, inpatient and end-of-life services, aiming to simplify transitions between care settings. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering broad, accessible, coordinated care and reinvesting profits into health services and community programs.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
Founded
1999

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