Medical Asst

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Medical Asst you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join North Florida Radiation Oncology which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES:

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Greets and escorts patients to the appropriate exam room.

2. Obtains vital signs and weighs patients.

3. Places clean patient gown on exam table and assists patients as necessary.

4. Prepares the exam room and assures cleanliness after each patient visit.

5. Assists with exams and other procedures requested by clinicians.

6. Maintains stock and supplies and orders as needed.

7. Receives and disperses lab, imaging and test reports as authorized.

8. Cleans nasopharyngeal scope as directed regarding infection control procedures as stated in policy and

procedure manual

1. Reads chart and passes on significant information to clinician (e.g. lab, x-ray results).

CLERICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists with patient registration.

2. Prepares patient medical records.

3. Checks charts for MACRA, MIPS, allergies, medication reconciliation and ensures patient is offered CCD

4. Scans appropriate paperwork in timely manner in the appropriate section of the chart.

5. Assist clerical staff in scheduling appointments.

6. Assist clerical staff in maintaining patient chart and record tracking

7. Tracks referrals to and from referring providers.

8. Reconciles Orders in chart for clinician signature and date.

9. Performs other clerical duties as necessary.

10. Works with front office to ensure proper record preparation

ASSESSMENT

1. Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect.

CARE OF THE PATIENT

1. Demonstrates basic knowledge of certain conditions, diseases, and treatment therapies for the specific patient

population of the Department.

1. Demonstrates awareness of responsibility and accountability for completion of assignments and delivery of safe,

effective and appropriate care in a timely and accurate manner.

CONTINUM OF CARE

1. Schedules patients for procedures outside the Center

2. Participates in weekly chart rounds as directed.

PATIENT'S RIGHTS

1. Demonstrates awareness and respect to the patient, family and/or significant other as an individual and family

unit. (Identifies cultural and religious needs, language barriers, physical and psychological limitations, etc.)

1. Serves as an advocate for patients, family, and significant others in regard to decisions affecting the Plan of

Care.

1. Verbalizes the process for resolution of ethical dilemmas in the facility.

MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION

1. Insures timely and accurate communication of patient information with all members of the health care team.

PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION:

Provides patient/family education as per department and hospital policy and procedure.

1. Assists with patient/family/significant other’s learning needs, abilities and readiness to learn. Identifies barriers

to learning, such as language or culture. Integrates this information into the patient’s plan of care.

1. Identifies and documents patient/family/SO’s education needs in collaboration with other disciplines and

implements an on-going education relevant to these needs.

1. Documents patient teaching on appropriate teaching tool for each teaching episode.

2. Provides teaching material as needed, to enhance patient teaching.

3. Ensures patient/family/SO understand discharge instructions.

Age Specific Competencies

Adult

1. Recognizes potential for increased stress related to dependency needs of others, i.e., children, and elderly

parents.

1. Assesses altered perceptions resulting from change from independence and productive status to dependence

and curtailed productivity.

1. Recognizes anxiety regarding potential changes in life style (i.e., physical, economic) resulting from illness.

2. Modifies interview techniques to adequately asses the adult patient by identifying physical, psychosocial, and

educational needs common to this age group.

1. Possesses communication skills necessary to interpret age specific questions.

2. Applies standards of care/practice applicable to this age group.

3. Uses vital signs normal ranges, drug interactions and dosages when providing routine care and assisting with

emergency situations.

1. Provides for safety measures.

Geriatric

1. Identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and availability of support networks.

2. Assesses potential for compromised skin integrity and initiates pressure ulcer preventative protocols.

3. Determines increased risks for nutritional deficiencies.

4. Determines presence of disabilities affecting mobility or sensory acuity.

5. Assesses potential for increased educational needs due to compromised abilities to comply with therapy and

interventions.

1. Modifies provision for nursing interventions to reflect the response unique to the geriatric patient.

2. Analyzes information from initial assessment to identify discharge planning needs and integrate into the plan of

care.

1. Modifies interview techniques to adequately assess the geriatric patient by identifying physical, psychosocial,

and educational needs common to this age group.

1. Possesses communication skills necessary to interpret age specific questions.

2. Applies standards of care/practice applicable to this age group.

3. Provides for safety measures

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Graduate / GED

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a doctor’s office or outpatient setting performing Medical Assistant duties.

• Certification as a Medical Assistant or CNA preferred

Benefits

North Florida Radiation Oncology, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence

• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

The Cancer Center of HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is dedicated to helping patients accomplish one goal. Beat Cancer. We are part of a cancer program that is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program. Our program is growing, and we believe that is a result of three central components of how we deliver care. We invest in state-of-the-art technology. Our physicians are experienced and dedicated. Our staff is caring, committed and, passionate about giving patients all the support they need. The combination of these central components translates into help, hope, and healing.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Asst opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.