Certified Medical Assistant
The posted compensation range of $17.89 - $24.60 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
For more than 50 years the mission of CHI Health Missouri Valley has been to nurture and enhance the quality of life for residents of Harrison County in Iowa. As a community hospital its ongoing commitment is to keep residents in good health. Through the years CHI Health Missouri Valley has strived to improve the health status of southwest Iowa residents – children teens adults senior citizens friends and neighbors. CHI Health Missouri Valley is proud to offer health care services – close to home – within this community.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
Under the direction of the health care provider, the medical assistant participates in delivery of patient care that promotes the well-being and safety of all patients.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Performs general patient care following established clinic workflows.
Performs general patient care following established clinic workflows.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider by obtaining and recording vital signs, reviewing drug allergies and current medications, completing applicable screening questionnaires and documenting reason for visit.
Collects and prepares ordered specimens for laboratory analysis.
Prepares and provides ordered medications and/or vaccines to patients.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Ensures patient exam rooms are stocked, clean, and orderly.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns timely and appropriately.
Ensures safety checklists and quality controls are completed as required and necessary action taken if indicated.
Performs other duties within scope of role as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education for Staff Job Levels | Graduate of medical assisting program accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP). Programs accredited by other credentialed bodies may be considered if program included formal externship. |
Required Licensure and Certifications | Active status on Nebraska Medication Aide Registry within 90 days of hire. Current/valid nationally recognized certification, registration or recognition for medical assistants (AAMA/CMA, RMA, NCMA). Basic Life Support (BLS). |
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Language ability- ability to read and comprehend written and oral communication. Math ability- ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Reasoning ability- ability to anticipate, recognize and resolve problems. Computer skills- ability to operate and navigate applicable computer programs. Clinical ability- ability to demonstrate competency in job related functions according to organizational standards. |
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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