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Job Summary

The Center for Pain Management at Salem Hospital is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals who suffer from chronic pain, through interventional pain procedures and clinical collaborations.
Our collaborative approach includes mental health, substance use, physical medicine and rehabilitation, wellness alternative therapies and orthopedic and spine surgery. Be part of a growing practice that uses leading-edge technology to help patients find the relief they need.
Under the direction of the Pain Center Physicians and Physician Assistant, the Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting with evaluation, management, and treatment of patients during office visits/procedures and other tasks related to the visit consistent with their training and skills. The primary roles are to assure efficient patient flow through the office; to maintain neat, clean, and safe patient care areas, and to promote patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs.

 

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.

Culture of Excellence Responsibilities

See everyone as worthy of respect and attention.Design care and services for and with each patient.Recognize that patients see quality service as quality care.Make it a priority to assist patients, visitors, and colleagues.Take advantage of learning and growth opportunities.Understand organizational goals and priorities.

Job Specific Responsibilities

Consults with managers to establish work plan and establish priorities.Obtains and documents basic assessment data from clients.Performs diagnostic tests following department standards and procedures.Under the direction of an R.N., provides services to the department's clientele.Facilitates patient flow through the department.Participates in maintaining an adequate level of clinical supplies.Continuously works at establishing good rapport and cooperative working relationships.Accurately documents clinical data.Uses good hand washing techniques and integrates the principles of asepsis.Performs a wide variety of secretarial and non-nursing duties.Understands and supports hospital and nursing standards, policies and procedures.Responds appropriately in an emergency situation.Assists in maintaining a safe environment.Obtains assistance from appropriate resource personnel when in unfamiliar or unusual situations.Understands and preserves the rights of patients and family.Organizes workload efficiently to complete a reasonable work assignment.Performs other related duties as requested.

Job Qualifications

Skills: 

Required: Good communication skills.    Sound judgment and problem-solving ability. Basic computer skills which may be obtained thru on the job training. Ability to prioritize. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment and see them through to completion. Accuracy and attention to detail 

Experience:

Required: Previous experience of one year in a hospital or physician's office. Six to nine months to be proficient in all phases of assigned duties.

Education/Degree requirements:

Required: High School diploma. Medical Assistant course or equivalent experience required.Preferred: Associates Degree preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:

Required: Medical Assistant, Cardiac-Pulmonary Resuscitation and Basic Life Support certification required. Nursing Assistant certification or other academic preparation may be considered in lieu of certification.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$17.36 - $24.45/Hourly

 

Grade

3

 

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EEO Statement:

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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