- Salary
- $21+
- Location
- US HI Nuuanu Physicians Clinic, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Workday
Description
Position Title: Medical Assistant
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Physician's Clinic
Reports To: Nursing Supervisor, Clinic Manager or Program Director
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Medical Assistant, you will be assisting with a variety of services. These services include assisting physicians and other health care practitioners by providing care and support within scope of practice and training. With a commitment to delivering high-quality, comprehensive and innovative outpatient rehabilitation services.
Wage Range: $21.01 per hour to $31.52 per hour
The actual wage is dependent on the applicant's relevant experience and qualifications for this position. The wage range for this position may be subject to change in the future depending on a variety of factors such as market conditions, business needs, legal developments, and other appropriate factors.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification/Licensure:
Current BLS certification
Completion of competencies and other job-related and REHAB requirements.
Education:
Medical Assistant Certificate or Diploma with completion of clinical internship hours, or Military Medical Specialist training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fully qualified RN or LPN may be considered as equivalent (i.e. current State of Hawaii licensure as an RN or LPN, or graduate of a RN or LPN school of nursing)
Skills/Experience:
Ability to safely and effectively manage patients’ mobility.
Knowledge of Google’s G Suite.
Basic knowledge of computers and general office procedures.
Ability to use basic clinical instruments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification/Licensure:
Certified Medical Assistant.
Skills/Experience:
Experience in a health-care related setting
CORE VALUES
Our team models REHAB’s core values H.E.A.R.T. in daily actions. Honesty – Speak and act with truth and respect. Engagement – Embrace and commit to our mission, vision and values. Aloha – Serve others with a spirit of kindness and compassion. Resilience – Rebound and recover with a sense of urgency. Teamwork – Work together for success.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Receives, assists and directs patients, visitors and staff.
Schedules patient appointments, obtains required information and completes required forms.
Arranges for outside referrals as needed (i.e. procedures or specialists).
Readies patients for the physician
Obtains vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, breathing rate, height and weight.
Takes and records patient history and personal information accurately into the patients chart and/or electronic health record, and reports pertinent information to the health care practitioner.
Assists with procedures and treatments.
Gives patient injections as directed by the physician.
Understands the diversity of patient’s needs, and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient.
Maintains confidentiality of information during and related to the course of work and performance of duties. Respects patient and employee rights and confidentiality.
Uses sound judgment and ensures patient safety.
Follows and adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and guidelines, code of conduct, and REHAB employee handbook.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PROFESSIONALISM AND COMPLIANCE COMPETENCIES
Maintain a high level of proficiency in the following REHAB competencies.
Job Knowledge
Accountability
Communication and interpersonal/relationship building skills
Adaptability and Problem Solving, Decision Making
Organization and Project Management
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, WORK AIDS USED
Office equipment, including telephone, computer and multifunction devices (MFDs). Google’s G Suite, report writer and database software