Medical Associates Gastroenterology department is looking to add a full-time Certified Medical Assistant, LPN, or RN to the team at our West Campus! The provider and nursing relationships allow the department to provide superior service to our patients. Within the department you will find a positive and supportive culture that allows you to work independently as well as part of a team.
Schedule/Hours: 72 hours per pay period, 4 days per week. Flexibility in the schedule! Location: West Campus, 1500 Associates Drive
About the Gastroenterology (Digestive) Department: The Gastroenterology specialists work closely with our other medical and surgical practitioners for a coordinated approach to patient care. Common conditions treated include:
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)Acid reflux diseaseCeliac diseaseDetection of polyps and cancerInflammatory bowel disease including Crohn's disease and Ulcerative ColitisLiver diseaseTypes of Procedures: This position includes scheduling and educating patients on a wide variety of digestive diseases and screenings, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including:
Upper GI endoscopyColonoscopyHydrogen breath testingVideo capsule endoscopyEsophageal dilatationTherapeutic infusions for chronic conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitisBenefits Package Includes: Single or Family Health Insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation.401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing).Flexible Paid Time Off Program (24 days off/year).Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts.Life insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, Short Term Disability Coverage, Dental Insurance, etc.Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Collaborate with health care team to direct/perform nursing assessment and interventions according to plan of care.Integrate the nursing process in all patient contact, care, diagnostic testing, and treatments. Collect pertinent patient health care data, review medical records and confer/collaborate with physician/mid level providers to ensure patient needs are met.Communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, and others. Promote patient wellness and provide patient education.Document care provided, including but not limited to: assessment, interventions, medication, patient education, and assist with integrity of medical record.Maintain an office environment that is safe, neat, organized, and supplied with necessary equipment, instruments, supplies, and educational materials. Ensure equipment is functioning safely and properly. Perform cleaning and maintenance of equipment according to guidelines.Demonstrate flexibility in performing other additional duties of patient care. Provide input for devising systems to improve quality and efficiency of patient care and workflow. Participate in required meetings.Facilitate reimbursement of services provided, including but not limited to: charge tickets, referrals, and insurance requirements.Complete all other assigned projects and duties.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience: From three months to one year of similar or related experience. Previous GI experience is a plus! Education: Equivalent to a two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study or certification at a business or trade school.
Interpersonal Skills: A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary.
Other Skills: Keyboarding skills and use of electronic equipment. Use and operate a wide variety of diagnostic and medical equipment. Use personal protection safety equipment including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks/shields.
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