Medical Assistant - Gundersen Health System : Job Details

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Job Description:The Medical Assistant (MA), while working within the scope of only those acts which are delegated by the supervising physician or registered nurse (RN), provides direct patient care to assist in meeting individual and age-specific needs of patients and families/significant others. This responsibility includes provision of compassionate, safe, and competent care as delegated by physician or RN. The MA receives daily direction and provides daily organizational support for the physician and team. The need for direct or general supervision is determined based on standards of practice and includes complexity of patients, competency, and education.Direct supervision is defined as working side by side to observe, coordinate and direct firsthand the practice of another. General supervision is defined as available to observe, coordinate and direct the practice of another.Major Responsibilities:The MA:1. Accepts delegation from the physician and RN and is responsible for delivering care in accordance with the patient's plan of care, and in compliance with organizational, regulatory, and professional standards and guidelines.2. Contributes to the plan of care by collecting and reporting patient data. Gathers data in support of the comprehensive assessment and care planning conducted by the physician or RN.3. Observes and reports the patient's response to care as well as significant symptoms or changes in patient status to the RN or physician.4. Documents accurately all aspects of care in an appropriate and timely manner, and in compliance with organizational, regulatory, and professional standards and guidelines.5. Incorporates the patient's/family's readiness to learn when reinforcing teaching initiated by an RN or physician to achieve optimal, age-specific, and individualized care.6. Demonstrates respect for all individuals and promotes a healing environment for patients, families, and co-workers.7. Maintains competency and contributes to the Gundersen Health System mission and strategic plan including but not limited to:Rooms patients and obtains and documents components of rooming processAssists the physician/RN in performing and documenting tests and proceduresVerifies new and refill prescriptions, contacts pharmaciesUses the electronic medical record proficiently; transmits information electronicallyGathers and documents objective information during phone interactions and shares with physician and/or RN who determine careMaintains sterile technique and infection control standards as required8. Possesses excellent communication skills and contributes to success of the team through participation in staff meetings, quality improvement projects and committees, etc.9. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.10. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.11. Ensures patient safety.12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Education and Learning:REQUIREDGraduate of a Medical Assistant program, Practical Nursing program or Vocational Nurse program or have completed education to be eligible for NCLEX-PNOrHigh School Diploma or equivalency and attained a Medical Assistant CertificationLicensure and CertificationsREQUIREDIf a Medical Assistant: Certification is required within 18 months of hire date by one of the following:* American Association of Medical Assistants as a Certified Medical Assistant* National Healthcareer Association as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant* National Center for Competency Testing as a National Certified Medical Assistant; or* American Medical Technologists as a Registered Medical Assistant* National Association for Health Professionals as a Nationally Registered Certified Medical* AssistantCurrent Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Some departments may require additional certifications. For example, if a Medical Assistant is working with a Chiropractor, they will need a Wisconsin Chiropractic Technician Certification (CHIROTEC).If a Practical or Vocational Nurse: Licensed minimally in the State of practice, some positions may require additional State LPN licensure.Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Age Specific Population Served:Infant (less than 1 year)Pediatric (1 - 12 years)Adolescent (13 - 17 years)Adult (18 - 64 years)Geriatric (65 years & older) Unit/Department SpecificOSHA Category:Category 1 - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infections materialsEnvironmental Conditions:Exposed to infectious diseases.Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:Sitting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)Static Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours) Walking/Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)Stooping/Bending Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)Squatting Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Climbing Stair Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)Reaching - Shoulder Level Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)Reaching - Below Shoulder Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)Reaching - Above Shoulder Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Pounds of force 0-25Repetitive Actions - Grip Forces Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Pounds of force 0-25Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)Balance - Right Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)Balance - Left Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:Primary Recruiter:Steve CragerRecruiter Email Address:[email protected] inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. 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