$2500 sign on bonus!

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The float medical assistant is required to perform all duties of a Medical Assistant and functions as the initial person to fill in for absentees and staff vacancies due to sickness, vacation, etc. The float medical assistant will be oriented to each practice clinical department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates competency and professional responsibility in the medical assistant role as defined in medical assistant job description.
• Provides coverage for all DECH physician offices when necessary.
• Maintains knowledge of IMMPACT policies and procedures.
• Is Centricity super user for Machias clinics.
• Maintains knowledge of sterilization process of instruments.
• Maintains knowledge of scheduling patients for procedures in OR and any outpatient test (x-rays, labs, etc), if applicable.
• Participates with any department quality indicators.
• Responsible to collect physician quality data as requested.
• Performs chart review functions as requested.
• Performs EOC rounding as requested.
• Attends monthly staff meetings as requested.
• Maintains compliance with all hospital policies as well as compliance with all State, Federal and CMS policies of licensing and certification.
• Responsible to maintain medical record privacy and security according to hospital policies and procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of, and commitment to, the hospital’s mission, vision and values as well as the service excellence standards while completing all tasks and responsibilities.
• Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings; reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
• Utilizes patient handling techniques as appropriate to the needs of the individual patient in keeping with the Safe Patient and Handling and Movement Policy.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands.
• Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures
• Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years experience as Certified Medical Assistant
• Ability to orient to every practice
• Ability to work with the public
• Able to handle tasks simultaneously
• BLS