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Children's Hospital Colorado Medical Assistant Pulmonary in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Job ID92281
LocationColorado Springs
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs is a top-ranked hospital located in a top-ranked city. With a regional team of more than 1,000 team members, Children's Colorado has been present in southern Colorado since 2001 and now has team members at five locations providing outpatient specialty care, emergency care, inpatient care and therapy care. Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs is the first pediatric-only hospital in the region and includes the region's only emergency department and operating rooms built just for kids and served by pediatric experts who have dedicated their lives to treating kids - and only kids - and who are directly linked to one of the country's leading pediatric academic medical centers. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Learn about Children's Colorado and our culture: https://www.youtube.com/user/thechildrenshospital Find out more about living and working in Colorado Springs: https://coloradospringschamberedc.com/live-work/
Job Overview
The Medical Assistant (MA) provides clinical support to patients and assists care providers with clinical and administrative support. The Pulmonary clinic caters to patients with respiratory conditions, ranging from asthma, Sleep, Cystic Fibrosis, and Trach/Vent. MAs play a vital role in obtaining vital signs, checking voicemails, completing prior authorizations and refill history. Strong communication skills and empathy are essential when working with patients managing chronic respiratory conditions.
Additional Information
Department Name: Briargate Pulmonary Job Status: 40 hours/week Shift: Monday through Friday, hours may vary
Qualifications
EDUCATION - High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited/certified Medical Assistant program. CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers / CPR.
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFC CARE a.) Neonate - 30 days to 1yr c.) Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs d.) Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs e.) School age - >5yrs to 13yrs f.) Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs g.) Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment. Conducts quality checks. Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment. Reports areas of concern to next care provider. Supports patient care delivery by assisting health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic testing; disposing of contaminated supplies; cleaning or preparing for sterilization of medical instruments; administering medications per policy and procedures; telephoning prescriptions to pharmacies and other duties within sco Assists in balancing workloads, coordinates and maintains clinic flow by coordinating with providers, and monitoring patient flow. Provides phlebotomy. Completes lab test follow up and medical record documentation. Prepares and completes medical record for visit by recording patient information, treatment, and test results. Assists with patient "MyChart"... For full info follow application link.