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JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider RN or LPN. Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include but not limited to taking vital signs administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy performing simple diagnostic tests collecting specimens drawing blood sterilizing and cleaning equipment and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting.

As part of a patient focused service promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction. Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider RN or LPN. May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out responding to patient requests reinforcing patient and family education and visitor/telephone reception. Maintains patients charts and records data ensuring proper identification documentation routing and confidentiality. Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards. Orders verifies and stores unit supplies.

All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED required. Basic computer skills required. One year work experience preferred. Current AHA BLS Provider (CPR) certification is required for hire and must be renewed throughout employment. Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements including certification and annual skills competency. Current certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA. Current BLS CPR certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Continues to meet all requirements for entry level Medical Assistant. Minimum Fully Meets on last Performance Advisor review (either year end or midyear). Provides documentation of current CMA certification and progress towards required CEs. No disciplinary action during past 12 months. No Time & Attendance issues during past 12 months. Demonstrates mastery of departmental competencies. Completed additional annual HLC Courses: Bullying and Workplace Violence and Moving from Conflict to Concord. Eligibility requires 2 of the following 7 options: Currently Onboards & trains new MA hires (trainer). Department participation: EeMR ACE / Downtime Champion / Patient Satisfaction Champion. Department Safety Rep. Point of Care testing Champion. Hypertension Control participation (or other clinical quality program). Hand Hygiene Monitor. Department Competency Validator. Actively enrolled in advanced degree program (RN BA program Business degree etc.; documentation included).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking Occasional sitting Close eye work (computers typing reading writing) Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock Floor Surfaces Hot/Cold Temperatures Indoor/Outdoor conditions Latex Lighting Patient care/handling injuries Radiation Shift work Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment including respirators environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Casual work, Shift work

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