BMH BPP HEART SPECIALISTS MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Duties include consistent demonstration of professional conduct and ethical practice in the clinical setting; uses and interprets both verbal and non-verbal communication when working with patients and members of their families; performs initial clinical assessments and assists physician/practitioner with any treatments or procedures; patient instruction/education related to diagnosis, tests and medications; maintenance and proficiency testing of clinical equipment; displays safety consciousness in the clinical setting with patients, self, staff and equipment; establishes and enhances good personal rapport with patients and patient family members; complies with infection control principles and sterile procedures; utilizes good body mechanics while handling equipment, performing daily job duties and working with patients; writes concise, accurate and legible reports of patient care delivery; communicates effectively and in a timely fashion with coworkers and other clinic personnel that must share in the mutual care & assistance of patients; assumes personal responsibility for maintaining licensure (as required) and current knowledge of patient care, procedures and treatments as applicable to our clinic and specific patient population. Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task at all times.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent preferred; Completion of a medical assistant course at a technical or junior college; Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, LPN license, or Intermediate EMT certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Must have mature reasoning ability and strong attention to detail; 2-3 years previous medical office experience, hospital or nursing home experience preferred; Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

BLS certification required;Must be certified through the American Heart Association prior to first clinical shift. BLS class available to employees upon hire. Medical Assistants will be required to become Ce