EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.
Job Title: Medical Assistant
Company: St. Charles Surgery Center
Location: St. Charles, MO
Hours:
- Part-Time
- Our office is open from Monday-Friday 6am-4pm
- You will typically work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:45am-3pm (24 hours per week), but this schedule may vary as needed
- You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed
SUMMARY
Serves as support personnel, under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), in accordance with established regulations for the practice of Medical Assistant/Tech, Federal, State, and accreditation standards and company policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in direct patient care and maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment.
- Perform duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their certification.
- Maintain medical records in an accurate and legible manner.
- Stock inventory, clean stretchers and change bed linens.
- Bring patients snacks after surgery.
- Comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Participate in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, Physicians and other staff.
- Assist in training new staff when needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Critical Thinking – Ability to prioritize, plan and implement patient care within the scope of their practice. Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks. Possesses above average organization skills.
- Interpersonal / Teamwork – Demonstrates a positive, friendly and courteous manner. Maintains a professional attitude. Able to effectively work within a team. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Recognizes each department's significance and works appropriately with other departments. Possesses above average oral and written communication skills.
- Job Knowledge / Responsibilities – Has the ability to adhere to work schedule, be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost-effective manner. Ability to work independently and within a group. Follows Physician / Nursing orders and directions from management. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
- Attendance – Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Required: High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Knowledge of Amkai Office and Amkai Charts Database software is preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Proficient in using printer, copier, telephone and fax machine
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to:
- Walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
- Occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Occasionally be able to push up to an excess of 200 pounds
- Occasionally be able to pull/ lift patients with the assistance of other personnel and or assistive devices, up to an excess of 400-500 pounds
- Occasionally be able to bend, stoop, kneel and climb
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.