Job Description Summary:

Under clinical supervision, assists in the delivery of patient care and treatment according to policies and procedures and Logan Health (LH) MAU/UAP (Unlicensed Assistive Personnel) scope of practice. Provides administrative support and works collaboratively with Physicians, Advanced Practice Clinicians, RNs, LPNs and other department staff to meet the physical, psychosocial, education and spiritual needs of the patient and family.

Qualifications:
• Post high school education or vocational training in healthcare preferred. Other combinations of education and clinical setting
experience may be considered.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited medical assisting program within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR preferred or must successfully complete prior to completion of orientation.
• Medical office experience and medical terminology training preferred. Possess working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical
terminology, basic laboratory values, and pharmacology preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with medical equipment and instruments, common safety hazards and precautions, patient rights,
regulatory standards and aseptic technique and infection control preferred. Knowledge of Health Information Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) and confidentiality requirements preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) of the below medical administration requirements:
• Possess working knowledge of safe pharmaceutical handling requirements and guidelines.
• Must complete LH medication administration training.
• Must employ critical thinking skills, respond to a changing workload in a positive and professional manner, and prioritize and seek
assistance as appropriate. Possess interpersonal skills and communication necessary to interact with patients, families and providers
effectively.
• Must successfully complete all onboarding education and competencies prior to performing the competency specific tasks on a patient.
ALL LH MAs/UAPs must practice within the LH defined MA/UAP scope of practice and may not perform any tasks outside their scope
or for which competency has not been validated and documented. The Scope of Practice Policy and Skills Matrix can be found in
PolicyStat, by searching for: Ambulatory Medical Assistant and Nurse Scope of Practice.

Job Specific Duties:
• Prepares room, equipment and supplies as indicated by particular examination or patient’s needs.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment per assigned area(s) policies and procedures.
• Assists with appointments, diagnostic tests, treatments, procedures and surgery. May assist with patient registration, collection of copayments and prior authorizations.
• Collects patient information from incoming calls and/or patient portal messages for appropriate referrals to nurse, physician and/or
advanced practice clinician.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Receives and prepares patient for examination and treatment per practice procedure and protocol.
• Obtains and records history, vital signs, and collects laboratory specimens. Accurately charts and documents in medical record per
policy and procedure.
• Assists physician or advanced practice clinician in preparing for minor procedures and physical examinations.

With approved scribe training and competencies (as applicable)
May perform as a scribe and accurately transcribe medical reports. Proofreads all work transcribed to ensure proper patient and physician
names, spelling, and punctuation. Applies expert knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, English rules of
transcription and proofreading of all medical dictation.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of elements of a medical note, new techniques, new medications and new terminology in order to produce quality reports. Researches and follows up on incomplete dictation. Works with
providers to assure that all documentation is entered into patient records appropriately.

Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Schedule Details:

Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.