Description
Job Summary
Assists in the examination and treatment of patients and performs miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Responsible for various clinical and clerical duties.
Job Specific Duties
- Assists with front desk coverage and contacts parents to explain procedures (EEG, Sleep Lab) and confirm appointments. Confirms multidisciplinary clinic appointments.
- Communicates all significant changes (ex. seizure) in patient conditions or behavior to ARNP and physicians.
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms utilizing gloves, masks, and appropriate equipment; follows infection control protocols during clinic in disinfecting/preparing patient room before each use.
- Maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. When equipment is not functioning, takes proper actions - labels machines, notifies clinician and places maintenance work order for patient safety.
- Performs and documents vital signs (i.e., temperature, B/P, Resp., etc.) and measurements (i.e., height, weight, head circumference etc.).
- Performs intake and documents any allergies, medication, and current presentation in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Documents, within the scope of practice, all electronic medical record (EMR) meaningful use required fields in an effort to optimize utilization.
- Conducts the Environment of Care rounds as assigned to ensure that clinical area meets inspection requirements of regulatory and accrediting agencies/bodies.
- Performs other clerical duties such as obtaining referrals, copying, scanning, filing, faxing and working on special projects as assigned by clinic coordinators and/or manager/director.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Requirements
- Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
(OR) Medical Assistant/Nursing degree from an accredited program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
(OR) Medical Assistant Certification maintained active and in good standing throughout employment and at least 3 years of Medical Assistant experience employment - American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High School education or equivalent preferred.
- Bilingual - English and Spanish preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Basic computer and math skills.
- Accuracy with calculating percentages for conversion.
- Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Job:
Nursing- Support (Clinical)Department:
BRAIN INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION-2100-714030Job Status:
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