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Medical Assistant Coordinator / Urology Clinic

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Decatur, GA

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SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood-Borne Pathogens, Certified Medical Assistant, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Support, Customer Satisfaction, Environmental Compliance, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Genetics, Health Plan, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Infectious Diseases, LaTeX Typesetting, Leadership, Legal, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Material Moving, Medical Assistance, Medical Waste, Medications, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Physical Demands, Quality of Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Reimbursement, Safety Standards, Specimen Collection, Standards of Care, Sterilization, Student Loans, Telephone Skills, Testing, Typing, Urology, Willing to Travel, ZenDesk
LOCATION
Decatur, GA
POSTED
Today
Overview


Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.


At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:


+ Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

+ Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

+ Family-focused benefits

+ Wellness incentives

+ Ongoing mentorship, _development,_ and leadership programs

+ And more


Candidate must meet the following requirements:


+ Medical Assistant certification from NHA, NCCT, AAMA, or AMT.

+ Current BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire.


Description


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 a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards. Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. Performs patient and practice administrative duties including: patient check in/out, chart prep, POS collection, scheduling follow-up appointments, scheduling ancillary & procedure appointments, uploading imaging and records, precertification for procedures, Zendesk requests, bump list, answering calls, and charge entry admin pool messages. 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 certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

+ 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.

+ Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.


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 Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.


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Division _The Emory Clinic_


Campus Location _Decatur, GA, 30033_


Campus Location _US-GA-Decatur_


Department _TEC Urology EDH_


Job Type _Regular Full-Time_


Job Number _168326_


Job Category _Clinical & Nursing Support_


Schedule _8a-4:30p_


Standard Hours _40 Hours_


Hourly Minimum _USD $22.97/Hr._


Hourly Midpoint _USD $27.30/Hr._
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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