Patient Care Assistant (MA, EMT) Pulmonary/ Full-Time NM
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for greeting patients on the phone
and in the clinic in a warm friendly tone. Registration and
interviewing of patients to obtain accurate demographic and
financial information while scheduling appointment. Other
responsibilities may include returning messages, scheduling follow
up tests, referrals and prior authorizations. Assists patients,
nurses and providers in patient care in the clinic setting.
Performs vital signs, and obtains history of chief complaint for
visit. Performs various Point of Care Testing and documents
assuring quality control for each test completed.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High School Graduation or GED required. Successful
completion of a nursing assistant, EMT, or medical assistant
program of study. Two (2) years of employment at a licensed medical
facility in the role of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant
may be applied in lieu of program of study
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS issued through American Heart
Association required. Will be expected to obtain certification as a
medical assistant within one (1) year of hire.
SKILLS:
Outstanding Service Excellence skills to guarantee quality patient
care and patient satisfaction
Knowledge and skills to obtain vital signs and PHI
Strong organizational skills; excellent verbal, written and
interpersonal communication skills required
Ability to work collaboratively with others; ability to work
independently
Asserts initiative on performance improvement opportunities
Ability to navigate through computer software by use of a mouse,
keyboard or stylus and windows based software.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of one year medical experience that includes
direct patient contact, preferred.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Clinic Manager
ENVIRONMENT: Requires knowledge of general safety standards to
limit exposure to infectious disease. Daily contact with infectious
diseases and body fluids.
- Bloodborne pathogens: C
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Bending, stooping, and lifting up to 35 lbs,
reaching above head and below knee level. Utilization of proper
body mechanics. Long periods of sitting at times. Keyboard usage
with sound ergonomic principles. Must be flexible in work
schedule.
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