Medical Assistant
- Job ID: 62124
- Entity: Brown Health Medical Group
- Location Name: BHMG-Newport-20 Powel Ave
- City, State: Newport, RI
- Work Type: FULL TIME
- Hours Per Week: 40.00
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 8/22/2024
Summary: Reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice
Manager or other assigned Supervisory personnel and under general supervision
of the attending Licensed Independent Practitioner and functions in accordance
with established policies and procedures in an Ambulatory setting. All
essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs
of the geriatric adult adolescent and pediatric patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and
nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health�s mission vision values
with consideration of the life span including all developmental stages as well
as cultural patterns.
Responsibilities: Works effectively and respectfully at his/her highest Follows the practice clinic or office workflow protocols to Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the Prepares patients for examination and treatment in Ensures effectively patient flow throughout the practice Reviews Health Maintenance and Chronic Illness services and Performs testing procedures such as blood pressure EKG Records allergy information medications medical surgical Assists physician with physical examinations. Performs all procedures using aseptic Assists provider with all physical examinations. Performs Administers vaccines and places PPDs as per practice/clinic Completes appropriate follow-up up work after visit Follows up to ensure all lab results are entered in the Follows up on referrals for specialty care and/or other Checks for prescription refills pending. Ensures examination room is cleaned between each patient and Thoroughly explains programs procedures and correct Schedules tests and follow-up appointments. Pre-registers patient for next visit. Verifies patient demographic and insurance Monitors and orders supplies and keeps room stocked. Cleans Assists with administrative office duties. Mails reminders and other letters to Manages time effectively. Maintains quality assurance safety environmental and Protects and preserves the patient�s right to privacy and Maintains a position attitude and actively engages in the Supports the goals and concepts of the patient centered Performs other related duties as required.
capabilities and training.
maximize quality and efficiency.
patient record prior to the appointment with recent test results consults
correspondence etc. and determines needed services based on practice
protocols. Communicates point of care
reminders to providers via the electronic medical record (EMR).
accordance to their clinic specific workflow protocol by escorting from the
waiting area to the exam room. Takes vital signs weighs patients and records
in patient chart. Enters in patient chief complaint medication reconciliation
histories and other services as outlined in workflow protocol. Notes all
patient health concerns into EMR. Record the patient pain score. Completes all
questionnaires in the patient�s chart.
clinic and office.
performs/orders according to protocols and standing orders.
pulse oximetry Hgb A1-C glucose urinalysis urine hcg rapid strep test and
other point of care tests.
and family histories in the patient chart. Initiates pharmacy benefits
verification.
techniques following standard procedures.
all procedures using aseptic techniques following standard procedures.
protocol.
including but not limited to ensuring all blood and specimens are properly
labeled recorded and sent to lab.
medical record. Tracks orders and
results. Contacts patients for outreach
and reminders for labs/orders. Updates
EMR with status. Reports all abnormal
lab results to physician or nurse immediately.
services. Tracks consult reports and
ensures EMR is updated accordingly.
Contacts patients for outreach and/or reminders for referrals.
set-up appropriately for next appointment.
preparation for various tests and exams.
Provides education to patients regarding the importance of coordination
of care and the prudent use of emergency rooms when seeking care. Documents identified barriers.
information. Obtains prior
authorizations as needed.
medical equipment. Reports broken or
missing equipment to manager immediately.
Ensures exam rooms are prepared for each patient. Checks expiration
dates on medications and supplies removes and reports expired medication to
Practice or Clinic Management.
patients.
Fills slow periods with activities to prepare for future needs. Minimizes non-productive time.
infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies
procedures and objectives.
confidentiality.
team approach of caring for patients.
medical home by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to change.
Other information: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High School graduate or equivalent required. Able to read write and speak English. Basic Life Support Certification required. Completion of a medical assistant certification preferred. EXPERIENCE: Graduate of a formal medical assistant training program or a Exceptions to the above requirements may be considered for applicants WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day. May be exposed to electrical and energy
minimum of 3 years of medical assistant experience required.
who do not have formal medical assistant training but have at least three
years of related experience in a comparable role such as LPN medical student
EMT paramedic etc.
physicians� offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical
equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized
by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use
safety equipment and protective clothing.
hazards. May lift and position patients
and lift supplies up to 50 pounds.
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: BHMG-Newport-20 Powel Ave USA:RI:Newport
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union