Certified Medical Assistant - Family Practice
Company: ThedaCare
Location: Appleton
Posted on: October 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Why ThedaCare?Living A Life Inspired!Our new vision at ThedaCare
is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide
outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by
becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all
and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to
take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and
a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities
and our world.At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be
the catalyst of change through our values of compassion,
excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means
much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team
members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and
development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a
commitment to work/life balance. If you're interested in joining a
health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being
in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with
ThedaCare.Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness
-Lifestyle Engagemente.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health
focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health supportAccess &
Affordabilitye.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing
premiums, daycareAbout ThedaCare!Summary :The Certified Medical
Assistant provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based
care across the continuum using a team based approach to meet the
physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Under the
supervision of the physician, advanced practice clinicians, RN, or
nurse leader, performs patient-centered care. Through collaborative
practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient
outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare.
Contributes to the goals of the clinic by being accountable for the
delivery of compassionate, safe care and demonstrated commitment to
continuous growth and professional development.Job Description:KEY
ACCOUNTABILITIES:Receives and executes orders from the overseeing,
delegating, or supervising physician or advanced practice
clinician.Rooms the patient, obtains and documents vital signs and
pertinent health information, validates medication reconciliation
completion, and prepares patient for examination. Provides
documentation support for complex documentation in electronic
health record during provider visit.Assists in meeting the care
needs of the patient in collaboration with the care team to ensure
quality, cost-effective and safe patient care practices.Addresses
situations or decisions to ensure patient concerns and needs are
met.Reinforces patient education to improve care outcomes and safe
patient practices.Assists the provider/RN in performing and
documenting tests and procedures.Assists in discharging the patient
at the completion of the office visit reinforcing the after visit
summary. Aids in the completion of medication, laboratory, and
radiology orders as needed.Demonstrates professional and
therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members,
and providers.Participates in patient panel management. Works with
care team members to monitor patients who would benefit from
recommended health screening, preventative services, and
established chronic disease tracking
interventions.QUALIFICATIONS:Valid certification or registration
through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or
American Medical Technologist (AMT) or National Healthcare
Association (NHA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
or a valid State of Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse license.
Some departments may require additional certifications.American
Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support
(BLS).PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to move freely (standing, stooping,
walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of
Fifty (50) pounds without assistanceJob classification is exposed
to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing
job dutiesManual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform
patient care proceduresWORK ENVIRONMENT:Frequent exposure to sharp
objects and instrumentsOccasional exposure to moving mechanical
parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and
risk of electrical shockOccasional high noise level in work
environmentStanding and/or walking for extended periods of
timeTransporting patients and/or equipment from one location to
another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and
procedures are followedPossible exposure to communicable diseases,
hazardous materials, and pharmacological agentsOccasional contact
with aggressive and or combative patients.Position requires
compliance with department specific competencies.Schedule
Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pmScheduled Weekly Hours:32Scheduled
FTE:0.8Location:ThedaCare Physicians Appleton Gateway Drive -
Appleton,WisconsinOvertime Exempt:No
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