Medical Assistant - Gunbarrel Medical Center

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of physicians. Boulder Community Hospital (BCH) Primary Care Physician Clinics are guided by the philosophy of the Patient-Centered Medical Home. The medical home organizes care around patients, while engaging a multidisciplinary Care Team working proactively to coordinate and track care for each individual patient.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education or Formal Training Graduate from a Medical Assistant program preferred, or Colorado LPN license in good standing, or Pass a national Medical Assistant Certification exam preferred. Special Qualifications (Licensure, Registrations, etc.) BLS certification required by the end of conditional period. Knowledge, Skill and Ability Knowledge of medical assistant scope of practice to assist in assessing patient needs and administering and evaluating patient care.

Knowledge of human growth and development to inform and guide interaction with and care for patients ages newborn to geriatric. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems to administer patient care. Knowledge of CLIA, OSHA and Joint Commission regulations. Knowledge of Corporate Compliance regulations.

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in taking vital signs.

Skill in maintaining records and recording test results. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, physicians, and the public.

Ability to work within a Care Team Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly. Fluency in Spanish may be required by a physician. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply written guidelines and procedures to standard work practices.

Experience One to two years experience in a clinic preferred. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED Working environment/Physical Activities Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal and other conditions common to a clinic environment, including blood and body fluids. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

Involves standing and walking. Occasionally assists lifting and carrying patients weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing.

INTERRELATIONSHIPS SUPERVISORY DUTIES

Consistent and on time attendance is an essential function of the position. Performs selected nursing and administrative duties. Prepares patients ages new born to geriatric for examination and treatment.

Takes patient histories, vital signs and thoroughly documents in patient chart. Prepares exam and treatment rooms in orderly manner with necessary instruments and supplies. Performs venipunctures and fingerstick phlebotomy, throat cultures, urinalysis, EKG’s, and other laboratory procedures as directed.

Phones in patient prescriptions and documents accordingly in patient chart. Provides patient education and instruction. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.

Assists physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments. Screens telephone calls for appropriate referral/triage and documents accordingly.

Follows CLIA, OSHA, and Joint Commission regulations. Orders and maintains lab and medical supplies and equipment. Maintains patient files, records and other information.

Attends required meetings and participates in committees as required. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure. Maintains strict patient confidentiality.

Upholds guidelines set forth in department/clinic/organization. Maintains a neat and professional appearance, demonstrates commitment and dependability. Administers immunizations and other injections (including IM, SQ, and intradermal).

Demonstrates commitment and dependability. Meets standards of professional and ethical conduct. Establishes and maintains effective, professional working relationships with patients and their representatives, managers, staff, physicians, other hospital departments, outside agencies and the public.

Embraces and upholds philosophy or patient service and satisfaction. Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a Care Team with Primary Care Providers, MAs, and other clinic staff to provide care to patients based on best practices and evidenced based medicine (EBM). Participates in daily team huddles and meetings among Care Team and clinic that address patient progress and barriers to patient care.

Adhere to best practices and evidence-based guidelines to provide patient-centric care. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission Standards. Is familiar with organization, department and job specific Environment of Care areas, including Life Safety, Utilities Management, Hazardous Materials Communications, Emergency Preparedness, Infection Control and Medical Equipment Failure.

Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate, which may include: the use of protective barriers, as appropriate (e.g., gloves, masks, gowns, pocket masks, and/or safety glasses); handling and disposing of infectious waste appropriately; and hand washing as appropriate.