Medical Assistant - Pediatric Neurodevelopment - Lewisburg ($1,500 Joining incentive)

Company: Geisinger
Location: Herndon
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job Title: Medical Assistant - Pediatric Neurodevelopment - Lewisburg ($1,500 Joining incentive)
Location: Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule: Days
Work Type: Full time
Department: Precision Health Research Operations Department
Date Posted: 07/21/2022
Job ID: R-35300
Job Summary Supports patients and providers within the outpatient setting by performing basic direct patient care activities.
Job Duties

• Provides basic patient care duties such as taking vital signs, weights, assisting patient with ambulation, dressing and undressing for examination, as directed by the provider and clinical supervisor.
• Assists provider in setting up for minor procedures, gathering supplies and equipment, applying aseptic dressings, opening supplies, etc.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient information using the rooming tool within the electronic medical record.
• Completes medication review.
• Accompanies providers and care team members during patient examinations and assists as directed.
• Provides support and assistance to patients as needed.
• Reinforces patient instructions to enhance patient understanding and adherence to treatment, and plan of care.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens, and completes associated paperwork, forms, and documentation to expedite laboratory studies with accuracy and efficiency.
• Reports patient concerns and questions to appropriate care team member and follows through as directed.
• Reports all patient safety incidents or issues, patient and family complaints, serious events, environmental hazards immediately to supervisor.
• Provides onsite service recovery as applicable or as delegated by supervisor.
• Completes Midas reports as per policy.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage and supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic and unit.
• Inventories and orders supplies based on appropriate or established inventory levels.
• Checks for expired items and removes expired supplies from inventory.
• Assists in maintaining clean and organized work environment.
• Cleans equipment and routinely inspects condition and operation of equipment as appropriate to scope of role.
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms between patients.
• Assures adequate stock of supplies and equipment in rooms.
• Performs high level disinfection or sterilization per policy and procedure.Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
  Position Details Joining Incentive for Qualified Applicants We re proud to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that include s:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment -Medical, prescription drug, vision and dental coverage
  • MyHealth Rewards wellness program to enhance personal health and reduce health plan premiums for qualified individuals
  • Family Support (Fertility and Adoption Support)
  • Tuition assistance (part time and full time roles only) Up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per year
  • Generous paid time off packages that allows you to take the time you need to travel, rest, and care for and reconnect with friends and family.
  • Competitive 401k plan
  • Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated and experienced leaders
  • Paid parental leave and Military Leave
  • Community Involvement through our Employee Resources Groups
  • Employee referral incentive program
    Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
    Experience Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)
    Certification(s) and License(s) Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body
    Our Purpose & Values OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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