Job: CMA Ortho Clinic

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $19.38-$28.26/hr. 

Location: Salida, CO.

Job Description

HRRMC Ortho Clinic has full-time ( 40 hrs/week) opening as a CMA. This position is eligible for our benefit package including vision, dental and medical insurance, flexible spending account, employer matching retirement, paid time off, relocation assistance, employee assistance program, and employee gym. Apply today at www.hrrmc.com

SUMMARY

Clinic CMAs are proficient in a multitude of administrative and clinical tasks, and are widely viewed by physicians as vital partners in increasing medical office productivity. Clinic CMAs provide patient care in the clinic setting working closely with doctors, specialists, and other care providers to deliver short- and long-term care to patients. The CMAs aid patients from the moment they enter the clinic by collecting patient information, documenting in the electronic health record answering telephones, updating and filing patient medical records, scheduling appointments, arranging for hospital admissions and auxiliary services. CMAs handle correspondence. CMAs prepare patients for examination, assist providers during the exam, and other tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse and the physician    

Description

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a negative drug screen test*, criminal background check, reference checks, infection prevention procedures (TB test, Flu Shot, immunization records, etc.), physical capacity profile and acknowledgement of policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES PER AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

a. Models positivity with all interactions, internally and externally, presenting the organization in a positive manner.

b. Communicates any patient concerns or issues directly with their provider whenever possible and consults immediately with their immediate supervisor if there is not a satisfactory resolution, and if there are any non-patient concerns or issues. Does not wait to be rounded on to share concerns.

c. The Clinic CMA demonstrates positive teamwork, utilizes problem-solving techniques to prevent conflict and maintains a calm and safe environment for customers and staff. The CMA is responsible for assisting in the provision of clinic patient services and actively participating in the strategic planning process and the performance improvement process.

d. Acts as a liaison between the hospital and local/consulting physician offices to foster cooperative relationships and problem solves issues regarding the clinic.

e. Performs administrative work, such as coordinating appointments, scheduling lab tests, answering phones, performing follow up.

f. Performs clinical tasks, including collecting specimens, changing dressings

g. Possesses personal care skills and recognition of mental health and social service needs

h. Possesses basic restorative services

i. Prepares exam rooms, instruments, assisting with procedures, removing contaminated waste

j. Administers medications as directed, recording test results, vital signs, patient data

k. Interviews patients, explaining treatment plans, preparing patients for tests and procedures

l. Participates in daily huddles

m. Reviews the patient schedule and services ordered report daily.

n. Assists with closing the loop on results and reminds the provider to check and follow up on results.

o. Monitors/reminds their provider to utilize save and validate code (check medical necessity).

p. Participates in time out before procedures

q. Assists with ensuring quality payment metrics are met.

r. Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or provider.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must demonstrate attention to detail.

2. Must be current on office and computer technologies.

3. Solid ability to handle highly confidential, sensitive information. Position requires a high level of professionalism, tact, discretion, and integrity.

4. Must have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities; demonstrate resourcefulness and good problem-solving skills

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Current and active Certified Medical Assistant.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must maintain current, active certification as Certified Medical Assistant.
• Must maintain current BLS certification 

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.