Medical Assistant Float Pool (PRN)

Do you have a passion for caring for patients? If you are looking for a place where team work is a priority and every patient counts, then Cedar Point Health might be the spot for you. This position, is part of the float pool for primary care and urgent care, is responsible for assisting the provider in the delivery of healthcare and patient care management. The float pool can assist at locations in Montrose, Delta, Cedaredge, Ridgway and Clifton.

Background checks will be performed with an offer of employment.

Medical Translation Spanish Certification (CHI or CMI) is valued and considered for additional compensation.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient electronic medical record prior to appointment and confers with provider regarding incomplete tests/consults or other orders.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking vitals, heights and weights.
• Prepares, cleans, and maintains exam room and treatment rooms. Keeps exam rooms stocked with supplies.
• Gives injections and assists with EKG’s, OB/GYN exams and other tests and office procedures as needed, and provides other patient care services as directed by the physicians.
• Maintains sample medication records, administers medication upon physician order and responds to medication requests per practice protocol via (fax, phone and e-script).
• Triages, schedules same day appointments, and responds to patient communication within practice policy.
• Assists providers with patient education and self- management.
• Maintain courteous relationships with outside caregivers, insurance carriers, labs, hospital, and pharmacies at all times.
• Performs other related work as required.