About this opportunity
JACKSON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT lists this Medical Assistant (8A-5P) opportunity in marianna, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical AssistantDuties and ResponsibilitiesRoom patients, obtain vital signs, and assist patient in and out of the clinic as neededPerform patient assessments and reassessments within scope of practice under supervision or RN and/or providerEnsure patient needs are consistently met, consulting with health team members as appropriateAct promptly and effectively in emergency situationsChaperone providers during examinations and assist with proceduresAdminister medications and injections with accurate documentationPerform clinical procedures including EKGs, nebulizer treatments, fingerstick glucose testing urinalysis, and fecal occult blood testing with accurate documentationApply appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families with accurate documentationProvide age-appropriate care based on established standardsSchedule patient appointments and imaging studies in accordance with clinic policyCoordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providersObtain insurance pre-authorizations as requiredCommunicate patient information via phone to providers in a timely and accurate mannerCall in prescription refills as authorized by providersReview physician orders and carry out new orders accuratelyEnsure all assigned tasks and responsibilities are completed by the end of each workdayMaintain clean, stocked, and organized patient roomsAssist with inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and quality control of patient care equipmentEnsure proper storage and handling of medications and biologicalsIdentify and report compliance concerns through appropriate channelsSchedule and document patient appointments according to policyPerform other duties as assigned by the office manager or providerRequirementsRegulatory RequirementsCompletes annual educational requirements within the assigned time frameMaintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations related to their department and, as appropriate, to the hospitalProfessional RequirementsAdheres to dress code; appearance is neat and cleanMaintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all timesRepresents the organization in a positive and professional mannerIs willing to receive constructive feedback to enhance self-improvementCompletes work within designated timeAttends and participates on hospital committees, as appropriateWears required identification while on dutyDoes not avoid challenging tasksAssists in the training of students, co-workers or other personnelRelays important information to other staff/shifts to maintain consistency in operationsUnderstands how to utilize the grievance process to resolve concernsLanguage SkillsAbility to read and communicate effectively in EnglishComputer SkillsDemonstrates basic computer skills and knowledge consistent with the needs of their departmentSafety/EnvironmentKnows the limitations of their license/certifications and does not practice outside these limitationsMaintains cleanliness of equipment and departmentResponsible for the safe handling of equipment as well as maintaining safety for themselvesKnows the proper procedure for calling codes and the proper response for each code according to department protocol (i.e. fire, lock down, infant abduction, bomb threat, etc.)Knows the proper procedure for reporting incidents involving the patient, visitor or employeeKnows where to find MSDS information when neededIs aware of hazards and hazardous materials and how to maintain a safe environment
Worksite address
marianna, FL, 32446, US
Who can apply
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