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Medical Assistant- Pediatrics @ Kennesaw

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Wellstar Health System

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Kennesaw

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  • You must have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and medical assistant credentialing. Experience and training in pediatrics, radiology, and phlebotomy are preferred.
  • You will register patients, assist in treatments, perform diagnostics, maintain equipment, stock supplies, ensure safety, train team members, and uphold quality care standards.

Requirements

  • High school diploma Required and
  • equivalent Required and
  • Graduate From An Accredited Medical Assistant Program Preferred And
  • Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation Preferred
  • All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
  • Cert Medical Assistant
  • Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
  • Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential Upon Hire Required and
  • Must complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within sixty days of hire. within 60 Days Required
  • Work experience in a practice setting Preferred and
  • Specific Experience In Practice Specialty Required And
  • Radiology experience preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Required and
  • Phlebotomy certification preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days.
  • Must be organized and attentive to detail.
  • Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction.
  • Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.
  • The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

  • Register patient upon entrance to facility
  • Perform all necessary registration operations
  • Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients
  • Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients
  • Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office
  • Main safety needs of the patient
  • Cross train other team members
  • Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians in treatment of the patients
  • Prepare and position the patients for imaging procedures ensuring all proper techniques including radiation protection
  • Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician
  • Process images and review for proper identification and quality control
  • Cross train other team members
  • Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation
  • Properly start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation requested
  • Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions
  • Draw blood samples from patients and perform Point of Care testing
  • Order and stock supplies weekly
  • Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines
  • Cross train other team members
  • Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
  • Always partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., Huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and explanation of physicians instructions); keeping the patient at ease in the physicians office, and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care
  • Practices using current clinical practice standards
  • Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (huddles, interdisciplinary rounds); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
  • Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
  • Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education
  • May be asked to serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and is an exemplary role model for all staff or students for all disciplines to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling professionalism and creating a healthy work environment
  • Promotes Evidence based practice, in regards to safe, quality patient care
  • Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products
  • Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes
  • May serve as practice Safety Coach
  • Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice
  • Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions
  • Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care
  • Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., relevant patient populations)
  • Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Medical Assistant - Pediatrics.

Where is the position located?

The position is located at Wellstar Pediatrics East Cobb in Kennesaw.

What are the main responsibilities of a Medical Assistant in this role?

The main responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, performing vitals, and recording treatments in medical records.

What education is required for this position?

A high school diploma is required, and a graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.

Is certification required for this position?

Yes, certification as a Medical Assistant and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required upon hire.

What experience is preferred for this Medical Assistant position?

Work experience in a practice setting and specific experience in the practice specialty are preferred. Radiology and phlebotomy experience are also preferred.

Are there any specific skills required for this job?

Yes, candidates must be organized, attentive to detail, able to work quickly and efficiently, and have good communication skills in English. Basic computer skills are also required.

What types of patients will the Medical Assistant serve?

The Medical Assistant will serve patients of all ages, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there will be opportunities for ongoing professional competency assessment and potential to serve as a preceptor for onboarding new Medical Assistants or students.

Is training provided for specific duties like radiology and phlebotomy?

Yes, training will be provided within the first sixty days for radiology and phlebotomy.

What does the role of patient liaison entail?

The patient liaison role involves providing relationship-based patient-centered care, partnering with patients and families, and adapting service delivery to reflect cultural diversity and patient goals.

What is the expected teamwork and collaboration approach in this role?

The role emphasizes coordinating safe quality patient care through diverse interdisciplinary communication methods and promoting a respectful, inclusive clinical environment.

Are extra certifications or training required after hiring?

Yes, completing the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment is necessary within sixty days of hire.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment is fast-paced, focusing on patient comfort and satisfaction while maintaining high standards of care.

What is the overall goal of the Medical Assistant in this position?

The overall goal is to provide high-quality, safe patient care while supporting the clinical team and ensuring effective communication and coordination among all involved in the patient's care.

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To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

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At Wellstar Health System, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care, inclusive culture and world-class doctors and caregivers, Wellstar is one of the largest, most integrated healthcare systems in Georgia.