Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Edmond
Posted on: May 4, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description $500 Sign On Bonus Available to qualifying candidates We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work." Overview: Performs various patient care tasks and uses clinical skills to assist the physicians. Provides personal care and comfort measures in a safe, clean and orderly environment. Receives and escorts patients to exam room in a timely manner. Documents relevant physical data with recording of vital signs or appropriate information in the electronic record and as according to acceptable clinical practice. Administers injections with 100% proficiency in adherence to accepted standards of clinical practice and in accordance with department guidelines. Assists the physician with the identification of ancillary equipment utilization, performs test with 100% accuracy and in accordance with department policies. Responds to patient inquiries regarding the need for care on a timely basis within 4 hours of incoming call. Communicates information to physician on a timely basis and adheres to acceptable protocols of patient care per physician. Qualifications: - Career ladder advancement based on education and years of experience MA I * Education: High School Education * Certifications: Current BLS Certification required before assigned to care for patients independently. * Other: Able to perform various nursing functions. * Preferred Experience: Clinical experience MA II * Certifications: Current BLS Certification required before assigned to care for patients independently. CMA, RMA or NCMA certification or certification/registration through a program that requires passing an exam, continued education and is verifiable (i.e. on-line). We Offer Great Benefits: Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period! We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. certified medical assistant, registered medical assistant, RMA, CMA, CCMA, nursing assistant, patient care, Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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