Medical Assistant - Rural Float

Responsible for promoting and restoring patient's health by collaborating with physicians and team members; and providing physical and psychological support to patients and their families. Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist laboratory, nursing and x-ray personnel. Exhibits the core values of Olathe Health System, Inc., compassion, integrity and unity.

Responsibilities

Schedule patients for testing procedures; Escorts patients to exam room; Prepares exam rooms and instruments; Monitors and maintains supplies; Demonstrates skill in use of various types of equipment; Rooms patients, measures and records vital signs, weights, allergies, current medications; Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests; Maintains current working knowledge of managed care plan requirements; Utilizes computer skills to view schedule, assign appointments, and search patient demographics; Provides general nursing care to clinic patients; Administers prescribed medications and treatments; Performs duties of telephone advice nurse as needed; Participates fully as a member of the Patient Centered Medical Home Team

Requirements

High School Graduate; 1 or more years of Medical Assistant experience OR Graduated from a Medical Assistant program OR Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA or NRCMA); CPR/AED/BLS - Other BLS within 14 days

Nice to have

Previous healthcare experience