Medical Assistant

ASSOCIATES IN WOMEN’S HEALTH, P.A. - WICHITA, KS
JOB DESCRIPTION - MATERNAL FETAL MEDICINE

JOB TITLE: Medical Assistant / LPN

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from clinic services. Abides by corporate compliance and
HIPAA policies; participates in annual training. Maintains confidentiality and abides by company rules and policies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Clinical Manager
Under immediate direction of staff nurses and physicians.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

LOCATION: East Wichita locations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room/assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines, assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures; charting; and relaying instructions to patients/families.

2. Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc,; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.

3. Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned which may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.

4. Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned which may include: respecting/promoting patient rights, responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisors quickly.

EDUCATION: High school diploma, some college preferred. Course in medical assisting preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year work experience in public contact job, preferably medical related.

REQUIREMENTS: CPR certificate maintained.

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to obstetrics and gynecology.
2. Knowledge of accepted clinical standards and practices.
3. Knowledge of third-party payor restrictions and regulations.

SKILLS:

1. Skill in performing tasks appropriately.
2. Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
3. Skill in understanding of patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.

ABILITIES:

1. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
2. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
3. Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
4. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Combination of office and exam/procedure room settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Busy clinical enviroment.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person