Medical assistant
Job Req ID : 109528
109528
Medical Assistant
We are seeking a(MA) who will duties and responsibilities related to patient care in the ambulatory clinic environment. The individual displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively with others, and functions as a member of the healthcare team.
The MA functions under the direct supervision and authority of the physician when performing clinical tasks during patient care.
The MA reports to the nurse manager, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation of the MA to the areas policies and procedures.
The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care. The MA maintains inventory of examination / procedure room supplies, assists in the organization of efficient patient flow, and organizes the clinic environment to assure patient safety.
The MA demonstrates problem-solving skills as they relate to patient care activities, provides guidance for and acts as a role model for Medical Assistants in the clinical area.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical
- Participates in the care of the patient, under direct supervision of a physician or mid-level provider, and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Collects patient information and assessment data. Obtains and records patients vital signs : temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight and height.
- Reports assessment findings to practitioner and records on appropriate documentation forms in a timely manner.
- Obtains additional data from patient and significant other based on initial data collection.
- Performs chart review prior to clinic visit to obtain historical data, including any previous ultrasounds, labs, etc.
- Monitors patient status, recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or changes in condition.
- Organizes patient care activities based on assessment findings.
- Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
- Maintains and uses principles of aseptic techniques and infection control when performing clinical duties and tasks.
- Under clinical supervision, performs delegated procedures (including injections) common to specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner according to Clinical Practice Policy and Procedures.
- Assists practitioner in identified patient procedures / treatments / examinations (preparation, positioning, supplies, equipment).
- Proactively problem-solves and identifies solutions to barriers to safety.
- Appropriately obtains and manages specimens, including, labeling, form completion, transport to laboratories, and log maintenance.
- Recognizes emergency situations and implements emergency procedures according to clinic guidelines.
- Notifies physician first, then administers first aid, CPR, and maintains emergency equipment and supplies as needed.
- Provides appropriate patient education, health information materials, and community resource lists as directed, and maintains educational supplies.
- Identifies patients need for additional information, and refers to appropriate healthcare resources.
- Occasional coverage of other offsite JHH / JHU Gyn / Ob clinic locations remotely or by traveling to location.
Unit Operations
- In close partnership with the healthcare team, assures smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation.
- Maintains computer log of pending studies, including lab, radiology, and other ordered tests.
- Obtains lab / test results for review by provider. Mails letters to patients notifying them of their results.
- For consultations, sends copy of consultation letter, patient records and pertinent labs / study results to referring physicians in a timely fashion.
- Assists patients to and from exam room and prepares patients for examination.
- Assists patients in wheelchairs and stretchers, with transfers to and from exam tables, procedure tables, and scales, utilizing proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Identifies patients with special needs.
- Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas with standard levels of supplies, medications, linens, nourishments, forms, and equipment.
- Recognizes patient care trends affecting unit supplies and notifies clinic manager.
- Operates clinical equipment according to equipment procedures including safety and quality control checks.
- Checks clinic area and rooms for malfunctioning equipment and general maintenance problems on a regular basis.
- Reports findings to appropriate person or arranges for repairs as required.
- Ensures that soiled linen, needle containers, and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed and removed from the clinic and exam area according to the infection control guidelines.
- Performs related and delegated tasks, which includes request for prescription refills, taking and relaying messages, directing patient flow, and running errands.
- Works with healthcare team to assure smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation.
- Problem solves obstacles to throughput process and notifies manager and patients of wait time.
- Maintains cleaning and sterilization of office and exam equipment.
Responsibility in MA Role
- Identifies self-learning needs related to job description and seeks out appropriate resources to meet learning needs.
- Acts as a resource and preceptor for other MAs.
- Participates in staff meetings by providing constructive input and facilitating problem-solving.
- Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and provides input for the development of solutions. Identifies and uses a variety of resources to validate patient care decisions.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care or service based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his / her assigned service area.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required, and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required.
- Current CPR certification and MA certification required and must maintain certification for duration of employment.
- Requires successful interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members in order to foster optimal quality of outpatient care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (AAMA, RMA, NCCA) strongly preferred.
- Experience using EPIC preferred.
- Certification / Registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP) required. If not currently certified / registered, must become certified / registered within 180 days (6 months) of date of hire.
Exam fees will be paid by the department. If a retest is required, associated fees are paid by the employee
- Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required
- Must maintain MA and CPR certification / registration during duration of employment in this position
Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins Universitys good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education / training and skill level.
Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here :
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines :
JHU Equivalency Formula : 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.
Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education / experience required for the respective job.
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester / quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice.
A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidates conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the .
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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We are seeking a(MA) who will duties and responsibilities related to patient care in the ambulatory clinic environment. The individual displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively with others, and functions as a member of the healthcare team.
The MA functions under the direct supervision and authority of the physician when performing clinical tasks during patient care.
The MA reports to the nurse manager, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation of the MA to the areas policies and procedures.
The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care. The MA maintains inventory of examination / procedure room supplies, assists in the organization of efficient patient flow, and organizes the clinic environment to assure patient safety.
The MA demonstrates problem-solving skills as they relate to patient care activities, provides guidance for and acts as a role model for Medical Assistants in the clinical area.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical
- Participates in the care of the patient, under direct supervision of a physician or mid-level provider, and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Collects patient information and assessment data. Obtains and records patients vital signs : temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight and height.
- Reports assessment findings to practitioner and records on appropriate documentation forms in a timely manner.
- Obtains additional data from patient and significant other based on initial data collection.
- Performs chart review prior to clinic visit to obtain historical data, including any previous ultrasounds, labs, etc.
- Monitors patient status, recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or changes in condition.
- Organizes patient care activities based on assessment findings.
- Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
- Maintains and uses principles of aseptic techniques and infection control when performing clinical duties and tasks.
- Under clinical supervision, performs delegated procedures (including injections) common to specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner according to Clinical Practice Policy and Procedures.
- Assists practitioner in identified patient procedures / treatments / examinations (preparation, positioning, supplies, equipment).
- Proactively problem-solves and identifies solutions to barriers to safety.
- Appropriately obtains and manages specimens, including, labeling, form completion, transport to laboratories, and log maintenance.
- Recognizes emergency situations and implements emergency procedures according to clinic guidelines.
- Notifies physician first, then administers first aid, CPR, and maintains emergency equipment and supplies as needed.
- Provides appropriate patient education, health information materials, and community resource lists as directed, and maintains educational supplies.
- Identifies patients need for additional information, and refers to appropriate healthcare resources.
- Occasional coverage of other offsite JHH / JHU Gyn / Ob clinic locations remotely or by traveling to location.
Unit Operations
- In close partnership with the healthcare team, assures smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation.
- Maintains computer log of pending studies, including lab, radiology, and other ordered tests.
- Obtains lab / test results for review by provider. Mails letters to patients notifying them of their results.
- For consultations, sends copy of consultation letter, patient records and pertinent labs / study results to referring physicians in a timely fashion.
- Assists patients to and from exam room and prepares patients for examination.
- Assists patients in wheelchairs and stretchers, with transfers to and from exam tables, procedure tables, and scales, utilizing proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Identifies patients with special needs.
- Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas with standard levels of supplies, medications, linens, nourishments, forms, and equipment.
- Recognizes patient care trends affecting unit supplies and notifies clinic manager.
- Operates clinical equipment according to equipment procedures including safety and quality control checks.
- Checks clinic area and rooms for malfunctioning equipment and general maintenance problems on a regular basis.
- Reports findings to appropriate person or arranges for repairs as required.
- Ensures that soiled linen, needle containers, and potentially infectious waste are appropriately disposed and removed from the clinic and exam area according to the infection control guidelines.
- Performs related and delegated tasks, which includes request for prescription refills, taking and relaying messages, directing patient flow, and running errands.
- Works with healthcare team to assure smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation.
- Problem solves obstacles to throughput process and notifies manager and patients of wait time.
- Maintains cleaning and sterilization of office and exam equipment.
Responsibility in MA Role
- Identifies self-learning needs related to job description and seeks out appropriate resources to meet learning needs.
- Acts as a resource and preceptor for other MAs.
- Participates in staff meetings by providing constructive input and facilitating problem-solving.
- Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and provides input for the development of solutions. Identifies and uses a variety of resources to validate patient care decisions.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care or service based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his / her assigned service area.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required, and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required.
- Current CPR certification and MA certification required and must maintain certification for duration of employment.
- Requires successful interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members in order to foster optimal quality of outpatient care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (AAMA, RMA, NCCA) strongly preferred.
- Experience using EPIC preferred.
- Certification / Registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP) required. If not currently certified / registered, must become certified / registered within 180 days (6 months) of date of hire.
Exam fees will be paid by the department. If a retest is required, associated fees are paid by the employee
- Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required
- Must maintain MA and CPR certification / registration during duration of employment in this position
Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins Universitys good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education / training and skill level.
Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here :
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines :
JHU Equivalency Formula : 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.
Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education / experience required for the respective job.
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester / quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice.
A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidates conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the .
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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