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Job ID: 55417

Positions Location: Ionia, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:

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Positions Location: Ionia, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clinical areas of the practice/clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Works gaps in care registries to help improve the quality of care.
• Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.
• Ability to provide clerical services and clinical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow. Cross trained to work both clerically and clinically.

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Current certification in basic life support/CPR. • Certified Medical Assistant preferred Work Experience • Previous experience in a physician health care office or similar setting. • Experience with EPIC preferred. Education • High School Diploma or GED • Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program. Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Demonstrated knowledge of computers, insurance, and medical terminology • Excellent verbal and communication skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required evidenced by good use and understanding of the English language and the ability to receive and impart accurate information. • Human relation skills to use tact and diplomacy in contacts with employees and public. • Ability to perform routine mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and simple algebra. • Ability to operate standard office equipment including fax, copier, scanner, and computer in an efficient manner.

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Patient Services/Nursing Support

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Days Degree Type / Education Level

• High School / GED

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• Full-time

Full-time Facility

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• New Grad

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