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Banner Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Medical Assistant OBGYN

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

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.
  • Active Medical Assistant certification is required: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the 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 role requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare patients for exams and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, necessary measurements, and chief complaints, documenting pain scores as appropriate, and reporting changes in patient condition to clinicians.
  • Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, and electrocardiograms; act as a chaperone as needed; use universal blood and body fluid precautions and personal protective equipment; and prioritize patient flow.
  • Coordinate patient care, including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling clinic, hospital, and other ancillary treatments and tests; communicate test results to patients; support clinicians in providing optimal care; and administer medications according to policy or direction.
  • Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, maintain complete medical records, and provide accurate billing information for patient encounters in a timely manner.
  • Maintain a clean and functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas; sterilize equipment and instruments according to procedures; follow manufacturer recommendations and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for hazardous substances; and maintain equipment or coordinate repairs.
  • Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; handle medication-related tasks, including expired medications, equipment, and recalls.
  • Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and support the team concept in interactions.
  • Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
  • Work under the direct supervision of providers and interact with staff, physicians, patients, families, external contacts, community providers, agencies, and physicians’ offices to clarify or share patient-care information.
  • Prioritize data from multiple sources to support responses to changes in the health status of patients and families.
  • Provide medical-assistant support for routine gynecologic visits, prenatal appointments, postpartum care, contraceptive management, and women's health screenings.
  • Prepare patients for examinations and procedures by obtaining health histories, updating medications, documenting vital signs, and assisting providers with examinations and treatments.
  • Administer injections and vaccinations, perform point-of-care testing, draw blood specimens, conduct electrocardiograms, and prepare exam rooms and equipment for procedures.
  • Manage medication refills and prior authorizations, coordinate referrals and diagnostic testing, and communicate with patients about test results and follow-up care.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with office medical procedures and treatments is preferred.
  • Knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, electronic medical records (EMR), and scheduling software is 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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