About this role
A nonexempt position responsible for performing a variety of clinical and clerical duties while adhering to Inspira Health Network’s Mission, Vision, and Values. These duties include but are not limited to providing clinical and supportive services to patients, providers, and staff, greeting patients, creating or verifying, and updating patient insurance information. Specimen collection, injections/vaccines, entering appropriate information into state database, preparing for exams (including complete vital signs), patient history collection, performing screening procedures per provider guidelines, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting with other specific practice procedures. Required to follow IMG workflow and guidelines, to include participation in daily practice huddles. May be assigned to cover other IMG offices based on staffing needs. Must have the ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Must maintain a pleasant and professional image and demonstrate compassion and empathy when dealing with others. Must acquire the ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks in a timely manner.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required.
- Medical assistant diploma and certification from an accredited vocational institution or a community college required.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a Medical Practice preferred.
- Phlebotomy and EKG experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with drug administration, specifically with vaccine and medication injections preferred.
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience preferred.
Certification/Licensure:
- Active Medical Assistant Certification or Registry required.
- Must possess an active AHA Healthcare Provider CPR/ BLS certification.
Position Responsibilities
Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned by specific practice:
• Duties may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow in Electronic Medical
Record
• Accompanying patients to exam/procedure room
• Assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens,
preparing for exam, etc.
• Collecting patient history.
• Performing screenings per provider guidelines.
• Assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures, charting; relaying instructions to
patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information.
Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned:
• Chart preparation; sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/radiology
reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance
coverage and patient demographics.
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Position Profile
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• Obtaining prior authorizations or pre-certifications, completing and submitting tasks
according to office protocol, managing and updating charts to ensure that information is
complete and filed appropriately.
Fulfills environmental responsibilities:
• Setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
• Cleaning/ sterilizing exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient
visits to maintain infection control.
• Maintaining universal precautions as per guidelines; cleaning sterilizer according to
scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting,
storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms.
Fulfills organizational responsibilities:
• Respecting/securing patient rights and private health information (PHI); complying with
HIPAA guidelines; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing concerns
relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.
Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities in accordance with state law:
• Medical/surgical asepsis, sterilization, instrument wrapping and autoclaving
• Checking vital signs or mensuration.
• Physical examination preparations and assistance.
• Clinical pharmacology; drug administration through various routes including injections.
• Prescription verifications with physician's orders.
• Minor surgery assistance including surgical tray set-up pre/post-surgical care, applying
dressings, and suture removal; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring.
• Therapeutic modalities.
• Instructing patients with assistive devices, body mechanics, education, and home care.
• Laboratory procedures including OSHA guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived
testing; capillary punctures and venipunctures.
• Specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum; electrocardiography,
emergency triage, and first aid, as well as a variety of specialty practice specific
procedures.
Additional practice specific duties may be assigned
| Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%) | |||||
| Lifting | F | Standing | C | Sitting | F |
| Lifting 20-50lbs | O | Climbing | N | Kneeling | O |
| Lifting>50lbs | N | Crouching | O | Reaching | F |
| Carrying | F | Hearing | C | Walking | C |
| Pushing | F | Talking | C | Vision | C |
| Environmental Conditions: | |||||
| Noise | O | Varied Temperatures | O | Cleaning Agents | O |
| Noxious odors | O | Patient Exposure | C | Operative Equipment | F |
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Other facts
About Inspira Health
Inspira Health is a charitable nonprofit health care organization serving communities across southern New Jersey. The system traces its roots to 1899 and comprises three hospitals, two comprehensive cancer centers, eight multi-specialty health centers, and locations throughout South Jersey. These include urgent care; outpatient imaging and rehabilitation; sleep medicine labs; cardiac testing facilities; behavioral health, digestive health and wound care centers; home care and hospice; and more than 35 primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem, Camden and Atlantic counties.
Together with our medical staff of more than 1,200 physicians and other health care providers, we provide evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. Our clinical and support staffs are focused on providing quality care in a safe environment for every patient. And we understand that to provide excellent care to our patients, we must also be sensitive to the needs of their families. The love and support of family can comfort and strengthen patients while aiding the healing process.
In support of our mission to improve the lives of all we serve, the leadership and staff of Inspira Health are dedicated to clinical and service excellence. However, as a leading regional health network, we are committed to doing more than just that. We believe our organization must become a source of inspiration, encouraging everyone to lead healthier lives. This can only be achieved by working together with our communities; by bringing vital services to the towns and neighborhoods we serve; and partnering with like-minded organizations to create a culture throughout our region that fosters good health for everyone.
What you'll do
- The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing clinical and clerical support to patients and healthcare providers, including patient history collection, specimen collection, and assisting with exams. Additionally, the role involves maintaining patient records and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
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