Medical Assistant

Northern Light Mayo Hospital

Department: RHC - Dover-Foxcroft

Position is located: Medical Office Bldg- Dover Foxcroft

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Eligible for the MA signing incentive of $2,000.

Summary:

The Medical Assistant works in conjunction with other health care professionals to provide quality team-based care to the patients. Must be able to perform both administrative and clinical tasks in the medical care environment. Must manifest a positive and caring attitude at all times and possess the flexibility to change as needed. The MA works under the physician’s license in accordance with state laws and the direct supervision of a physician. This position reports to the Clinical Lead MA.

Responsibilities :

• Maintains the expiration update on all medications and discards when necessary. • Completes blood draws, immunizations, and assists with procedures per provider's orders. • Updates IMMPACT (State of Maine Immunization Registry). • Performs EKG’s. • Performs OB intake (if applicable). • Changes dressing; applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures at the direction of provider. • Uses CPR skills when required. • Measures and records vital signs. • Record patient interview, history, chief complaint and meaningful use items in EHR. • Prepares patients and rooms in accordance with provider and patient needs (including vitals). • Provides prescription refills per provider's orders. • Communicates lab/test results to patients per provider's orders in a timely manner. • Orders tests as directed by provider. • Checks AED batteries. • Checks crash cart/emergency drug box monthly for out dates & keeps log up-to-date. • Checks eye wash station weekly to ensure proper functioning. • Maintains temperature logs for State of Maine refrigerators and freezers. • Assists provider with exams and minor office surgery. • Prepares and administers medications with provider authorization. • Disposes of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards. • Practices safety standards per policies. • Preps equipment for sterilization. • Maintains the patient's chart and updates the registry as needed. • Performs patient call backs per provider’s instructions. • Performs accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times. • Triages phone calls from patients. • Follows up on INR no shows with reminders. • Maintains adequate supplies for exam rooms without overstocking. • Works as part of a team dedicated to maximizing office visits and assuring adequate access for the people we serve. • Treats all internal and external customers with respect and dignity. • Assists in training new staff. • Assists Care Coach/RN as directed.

Other Information:

Medical Assistant course required. MA certification required within 6 months of hire.

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
• Prolonged periods of kneeling.
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of walking.