Medical Assistant, Interm

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Decatur, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood-Borne Pathogens, CPR Certification, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Medical Assistant, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Assessment, Customer Satisfaction, Disciplinary Action, Documentation, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Genetics, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, High School Diploma, Infectious Diseases, LaTeX Typesetting, Legal, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Material Moving, Medical Assistance, Medical Waste, Medications, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Care Authorizations, Patient Education, Phlebotomy, Physical Demands, Quality of Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety Standards, Specimen Collection, Standards of Care, Sterilization, Testing, Typing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Decatur, GA

POSTED

Today

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction. Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider, RN, or LPN. May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception. Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality. Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards. Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED required. Basic computer skills required. One year work experience preferred. Current AHA BLS Provider (CPR) certification is required for hire and must be renewed throughout employment. Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements including certification and annual skills competency. Current certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA. Current BLS, CPR certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Continues to meet all requirements for entry level Medical Assistant. Minimum Fully Meets on last Performance Advisor review (either year end or midyear). Provides documentation of current CMA certification and progress towards required CEs. No disciplinary action during past 12 months. No Time & Attendance issues during past 12 months. Demonstrates mastery of departmental competencies. Completed additional annual HLC Courses: Bullying and Workplace Violence and Moving from Conflict to Concord. Eligibility requires 2 of the following 7 options: Currently Onboards & trains new MA hires (trainer). Department participation: EeMR ACE / Downtime Champion / Patient Satisfaction Champion. Department Safety Rep. Point of Care testing Champion. Hypertension Control participation (or other clinical quality program). Hand Hygiene Monitor. Department Competency Validator. Actively enrolled in advanced degree program (RN, BA program, Business degree, etc.; documentation included). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_The Emory Clinic_

Campus Location

_Decatur, GA, 30030_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Decatur_

Department

_TEC GIM - Downtown Decatur_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_165218_

Job Category

_Clinical & Nursing Support_

Schedule

_8a-5p_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $21.88/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $26.01/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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