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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) - Neurology

Methodist College of Nursing

Methodist College of Nursing

Peoria, IL, USA
Posted on Dec 10, 2024
Overview

Assist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures. Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status. Schedule referrals for patients with specialist or outpatient as requested by the provider. Complete appropriate forms or requisitions needed for referrals or lab testing, including appropriate CPT/ICD-10 coding. Answer questions and provide teaching to patients and family members.


Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
H.S. Diploma/GED in required if work is performed in a moderately complex CLIA lab

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for Certified Medical Assistant from AAMA, NCCT, AMT or NHA. upon hire and Driver's License when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons upon hire.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant will be considered as an alternative minimum requirement if a graduate from a non-accredited program. AndComputer data entry experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.



SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent EnglishMulticultural sensitivityMicrosoft Office - basic computer skills.Customer/patient focusedCritical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions


Responsibilities

  • Clinical Excellence/Patient CareAssist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures.Demonstrates competence in the clinical skills necessary to carry out assigned job duties.May be required to draw and collect blood and other samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.Schedule referrals for patients with specialist or outpatient as requested by the provider. Complete appropriate forms or requisitions needed for referrals or lab testing, including appropriate CPT/ICD-10 coding. Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status. Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes. Practices and reflects knowledge of IPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. Provide information to appropriate regulatory agencies, (i.e. health department).
  • Development and Patient EducationBe aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization's intranet site.Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management guidelines.Maintain compliance and behave in a manner consistent with all policies and procedures, including but not limited to Compliance, HIPAA and personnel workplace rules.Behave in a manner consistent with all Compliance and HIPAA policies and procedures.Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations. Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other's views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests. Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.

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Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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