Medical Assistant-O/P Med/Surg Unit

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team at Mercy Medical Center. This person prepares patient appropriately and performs tasks including, but not limited to, laboratory procedures, specimens, physical exam, history, data collection, EKGs, and process information to RN. Organizes and prioritizes time and duties to assure patient progression through the Unit in a timely manner. Works with department to provide positive patient outcomes.

What you will do:

According to established policies and procedures, prepares patient appropriately and performs tasks including, but not limited to, laboratory procedures, specimens, physical exam, history, data collection, EKGs, and process information to RN. Organizes and prioritizes time and duties to assure patient progression through the Unit in a timely manner. Works with department to provide positive patient outcomes.

• Assures patient safety through proper identification process, appropriate directions and assistance when necessary. Explains blood-drawing procedure to patients in order to allay fears.
• Performs veni-puncture according to established aseptic techniques to obtain blood specimens in accordance with physicians' orders, utilizing Universal Precautions.
• Instructs patients in specimen collection methods and procedures (i.e., urinalysis) and obtains specimens. Labels, dates, and records specimens obtained.
• Monitors inventory and restocks supplies as necessary in order to maintain inventory at established levels.
• Maintains records of patients seen, type, and number of specimens obtained.
• Assures accurate and complete documentation on assessment record, and/or computer and notifies physicians and other departments of results as necessary.
• Prepares charts for the OR, ensuring all paperwork is included. Calls for and files all paperwork pertinent to OR patients, i.e. - Labs, EKGs, H & Ps, etc.
• Must have the ability to gather and interpret data in situations where the information or problems are not overly difficult or complex.
• Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, record vital signs in patient's chart, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay patient's needs to appropriate personnel. This type of interaction requires courtesy and tack when dealing with patients and their families, visitors, and/or hospital employees.
• Work requires providing direct patient care to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescent along

Qualifications

• National Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred. Knowledge of medical assisting normally associated with obtaining an Associate's Degree in Medical Assistance is preferred.
• Ability to pass drug screenings and background checks.
• CPR/ Basic Life Support certification required (AMA or Red Cross)

Schedule

• Full-Time, 30 hours
• Must be flexible to start between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. and work 5 to 6 hour shifts as required by unit

Ministry/Facility Information

• Our Mission and Core Values
• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage-starting Day One!
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

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.