What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (ND) position at Altru Health System?
Req # 29142
Salary: $17.07-$25.60
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant answers the telephone and routes calls, prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures. This position identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information and reports to the nurse. The Medical Assistant assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled and notifies pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases.
- Reports the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly according to standard operating procedure.
- Answers telephone and directs calls as appropriate in a prompt manner. Prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures, per provider request.
- Gathers and documents relevant information about the patient's visit using information from the patient/patient's family and previous medical records.
- Assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled according to standard operating procedure. Follow standard operating procedures for pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases.
- Identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information which licensed nurses use in identification of problems and needs.
- Administers medication using the 6 Rights and according to standard operating procedure. .
- Demonstrate competency and ability to carry out department functions including location, set-up and use of equipment used for the assigned area.
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
- Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
- Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
- All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
- The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
- The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
Driving Requirements
- Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
- Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
- Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
- Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Driving Category
Occasional Driver
Title
Credentialing Body
Timeframe When Needed
Verified By
Unlicensed Assistive Person - Med Assistant (UAP/MED III)
North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Medical Assistant Certified
American Association for Medical Assistants
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Medical Assistant Certified
National Heathcareer Association (NHA)
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Medical Assistant Certified
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Medical Assistant - Registered
American Medical Technologist (AMT)
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Association (AHA)
Within 2 Months of Start Date
Learning Management System
Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record
Drivers License - Current State Licensed
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Notes
May be certified in one of the following: AAMA, NHA or NCCT or Registered with AMT.
Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Diploma
Medical Assistant - 1 to 2 year course with pharmacological course.
And/Or
Transcript
Medical Assistant - 1 to 2 year course with pharmacological course.
Required
Experience
Required/Preferred
A minimum of 6 months of related experience
Preferred
Physical Demands
Activity
Frequency
Sit
Frequently (34-66%)
Stand
Frequently (34-66%)
Walk
Frequently (34-66%)
Stoop/Bend
Occasionally (5-33%)
Reach
Continuously (>67%)
Climb
Rarely (<5%)
Crawl
Rarely (<5%)
Squat/Crouch/Kneel
Frequently (34-66%)
Twist
Occasionally (5-33%)
Handle/Finger/Feel
Continuously (>67%)
See
Continuously (>67%)
Hear
Continuously (>67%)
Activity
Amount
Lift - Floor to Waist Level
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Condition
Frequency
Indoor
Continuously (>67%)
Outdoor
Not Applicable
Extreme Temperature
Not Applicable
Functional Assessment
Hazardous Drug Exposure
Fit Testing Required
D
Yes
Yes
Equal opportunity employer
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Altru Health System is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Individuals in all protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
