Medical Assistant - Specialty Care Clinic - Bozeman
Logan Health
- Bozeman, MT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Post high school education or vocational training in healthcare preferred. Other combinations of education and clinical setting experience may be considered.
- Graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited medical assisting program within eighteen (18) months of hire.
- Current Health Care Provider CPR preferred or must successfully complete prior to completion of orientation.
- Medical office experience and medical terminology training preferred. Possess working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, basic laboratory values, and pharmacology preferred.
- Knowledge and familiarity with medical equipment and instruments, common safety hazards and precautions, patient rights, regulatory standards and aseptic technique and infection control preferred. Knowledge of Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and confidentiality requirements preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) of the below medical administration requirements:
- Possess working knowledge of safe pharmaceutical handling requirements and guidelines.
- Must complete LH medication administration training.
- Must employ critical thinking skills, respond to a changing workload in a positive and professional manner, and prioritize and seek assistance as appropriate. Possess interpersonal skills and communication necessary to interact with patients, families and providers effectively.
- Must successfully complete all onboarding education and competencies prior to performing the competency specific tasks on a patient.
- Prepares room, equipment and supplies as indicated by particular examination or patient’s needs.
- Cleans and disinfects equipment per assigned area(s) policies and procedures.
- Assists with appointments, diagnostic tests, treatments, procedures and surgery. May assist with patient registration, collection of co-payments and prior authorizations.
- Collects patient information from incoming calls and/or patient portal messages for appropriate referrals to nurse, physician and/or advanced practice clinician.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Receives and prepares patient for examination and treatment per practice procedure and protocol.
- Obtains and records history, vital signs, and collects laboratory specimens. Accurately charts and documents in medical record per policy and procedure.
- Assists physician or advanced practice clinician in preparing for minor procedures and physical examinations.
- The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.