Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day Shift

Description:

Location: Trinity Health Chelsea Infusion Center

Shift: Days

Status: Contingent

Contingent Team Members are required to pick up a minimum of 3 shifts per month based on the staffing needs of the department. The Infusion Center is open Monday-Friday, day shift (clinic hours). Contingent team members must have flexibility to complete required orientation and training.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

CMA, RMA, CCMA, or NCMA, certification through an NCCA accredited program or is eligible to register to take the exam through one of the approved providers prior to date of hire, and successfully attains CMA, RMA, CCMA or NCMA certification within 6 months from date of hire. The approved provider list includes the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National HealthCareer Association (NHA) or the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).  

2 years previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Formal education in medical terminology and anatomy & physiology preferred

POSITION PURPOSE

Under physician direction and supervision, prepares patients for office visit, takes vital signs and records in medical record, obtains patient chief complaint, escorts patient to exam room, and prepares patient for physician visit. Assures patients are ready in the exam rooms for physician/mid-level provider arrival. Reviews patient medical record to assure that all needed test results, forms and reports are available to physician/provider. Assists physicians/providers with procedures and processes specimens according to established procedures. Performs in-office testing at direction of physician/provider e.g. EKG's, vision testing, strep tests, urinalysis, suture removals, injections, immunizations, etc. Assists physicians with completion of patient forms as requested by third parties. Arranges patient hospital admissions and test scheduling. Assures that clinical areas and drug sample areas are maintained according to Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies. Maintains exam rooms to ensure supplies are present and that room and equipment is in working order and in clean condition. May be required to assist with patient phone triage.

May assist with medication, laboratory and radiology order entry (including ECGs) into the EHR if a credentialed Medical Assistant through an approved ICE NCCA provider. (If not credentialed at time of hire, must obtain certification within six months from the date of hire, and cannot perform this job duty until certification is obtained. Failure to obtain certification within the required timeframe will result in termination.)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.