Hospital Medical Assistant job description

Urgent Team is looking for an experienced Medical Assistant / X-Ray Tech to join our team in Madison, AL. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience with medical assisting duties/taking X-Rays. Twelve hour shifts and rotating weekends are required for the full-time position. In return, Urgent Team offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly wages to all full-time team members. PRN opportunities are also available.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing basic clinical care to patients in alignment with their medical education.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.
• Promptly greets patients when entering waiting area, exam room, and laboratory or x-ray room
• Consistently communicates with patients on wait times; provides direction to the next step in the treatment process
• Provides solutions to patient problems and recognizes and seeks help in emergent/hazardous situations
• Executes follow-up calls with a sense of urgency
• Assist front desk personnel with patient check in/out procedures when necessary
• Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs and weight, takes brief history, past medical, family and social history current medications, allergies and other pertinent historical information as appropriate
• Assists with patient transfers
• Assists with procedures directly supervised by the provider
• Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visit.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant
• Medical Assistant Certificate or equivalent experience
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Medical Assistant Certificate is preferred; ARRT is desirable
• BLS Certification required
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We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient.

We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.
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* Full-Time
* Days
* Monday- Friday
* No Weekends
* No Holidays

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, performs duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction to provide patient care given in accordance with the organization standards. Assures completeness of ordered procedures and treatments, assures smooth patient flow, performs general lab work, instructs patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs, and ensures medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and in a timely manner. Performs registration and scheduling activities per organizational and departmental procedures. Maintains EMR files and performs general front office functions as needed. May perform computerized physician order entry, only if directed by assigned physician. May precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership.

AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

* High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Graduation from a Medical Assistant program required.
* Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA required.
* TB validated (to administer or read) or validation obtained within 6 months of hire may be required.
* Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding preferred.
* Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
* Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
* Knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
* Ability to master standard clinical competencies per current Clinical policy, Point of Care and Skills Competency checklists.
* Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. As a condition of employment, IU Health requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines, barring an approved exemption. New hires will also be provided the option to submit proof of previous vaccination.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, 27 outpatient medical locations, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is recognized by Watson Health as one of the nation's Top Hospitals, and College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. PIH Health is certified as a Great Place to Work
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The Hospital Assistant will transport Emergency Room and In-patients safely to and from designated areas/departments; and would also help all Nursing and Ancillary areas with patient transport needs as well as assist with other patient care duties within their scope. The Hospital Assistant will continually communicate with technologists, nurses, family and outside staff regarding the patients' well-being and care needs.

Required Skills

Basic phone communications
Customer service skills
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Willingness to work all shifts
Excellent communication skills and time management skills


Required Experience
Required:



High school diploma or equivalent
Current BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association




Preferred:



One (1) year of previous experience in an acute hospital center




Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider - one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort - you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V