Certified Medical Assistant
US-IA-MISSOURI VALLEY
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 410036
Type: Day
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Overview: 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: ** Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus ** 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 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).
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