National Jewish Health: Medical Assistant (Ma) – Adult Cardiology Clinic

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Position SummaryThe Medical Assistant I performs basic clinical activities in support of physician and nursing staff.

They deliver safe and appropriate patient care within the scope of practice and established policies and procedures under the direct clinical supervision of a licensed professional.Essential DutiesAssists with preparing patients for examination and may obtain patient medical history by accurately taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight) and documents the results in appropriate systems and/or EMR.

May review medication list.

May perform spirometry and/or other pre-appointment testing and documents the results appropriately.Review charts and prepares them for the following day as indicated.

Stocks patient care areas with the necessary supplies.Performs clinical skills as guided by competency validation.Coordinates with other clinics to ensure quality patient experience.Other DutiesNoneCompetenciesAccountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for allaspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibilityand accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standardsof excellence rather than having standards imposed.Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.Informing and Communicating: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.Supervisory or Managerial ResponsibilityNoneTravelNoneCore ValuesBe available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.Minimum QualificationsEducation: High school diploma/GED and successful graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant programWork Experience: NoneSpecial Training, Certification or Licensure: CPR/BLS requiredSalary Range: $17.00 $22.00BenefitsAt National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization.

For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset.With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.Medical Plans, Dental Plans and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlanFSA and HSAShort and Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance and AD& DVoluntary Benefits, like Accident Insurance, Critical Care and Hospital IndemnitySick and Vacation Paid Time OffWellness ProgramLegal Plan#ind123Location: National Jewish Health
· Adult Cardiology ClinicSchedule: Full Time, Day Shift: Monday Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm