Medical Assistant 3

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Clinical

1. Performs routine clinical functions, including but not limited to vital signs, pain screening, height, weight and documentation of chief complaint.

2. Performs health maintenance screens according to practice guidelines.

3. Assists with medication reconciliation by helping patients to update their medication lists.

4. Documents use of interpreter as appropriate. Works with interpreting services to facilitate interpreter participation for medical appointments in person, by video or by phone.

5. Assists nurses and providers and patients in preparation for exam and/or procedures.

6. Assists in complex medical procedures. Successfully completes all appropriate competencies to ensure appropriate training and skill to assist and set up for said procedures.

7. Acts as chaperone as needed for medical providers.

8. Covers APeX inbaskets and phone messages when other members of the team are absent.

9. Transports patients as directed.

10. Monitors patient flow in and out of clinic.

11. Obtains specimens and performs simple Point of Care Testing as directed. Performs QA/QC on CLIA waived tests.

12. Participates in updating mandatory logs (i.e. temperature log, disaster cabinet, log., etc.).

1. Performs EKGs and transmits reports as required by EKG department.

2. Assists providers in writing and sending out patient communications.

3. Completes referrals to other providers as ordered by the physician

4. Obtains authorizations from insurers for medications.

5. Performs clinical activities in an accurate and timely manner.

6. Complies with all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice. Complies with activities mandated by TJC/Title 22.

7. Completes annual competency testing.

8. Ensures all medication cabinets remain locked at all times.

9. Works as part of the One Touch Team (OTT) answering and adjudicating incoming patient calls for clinical advice. Understands and adheres to standard work developed for OTT clinical call management.

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Communication

1. Demonstrates courtesy, common sense and follow-through in all telephone communications, maintaining the Medical Center Telephone Standards.

2. Ensures a professional and helpful working environment by upholding the House Standards as adopted by the Medical Center.

3. Shares pertinent information and observations with other health team members.

4. Identifies and communicates problems to the nursing staff or appropriate supervisor.

5. Communicates with patients and providers using electronic communications, APeX, My Chart and all other systems required for patient care according to practice guidelines.

6. Offers suggestions for change or improvement in clinic/practice operations.

7. Proficient in utilization of systems including, but not limited to APeX, email, pagers, etc...

8. Complies with departmental scheduling guidelines; i.e. starts work at times scheduled, completes work in a timely manner.

9. Assists patients with issues and complaints utilizing conflict management skills.

10. Coordinates care and resolves patient care issues.

11. Is a strong team player, has a dedicated work ethic and is willing to learn and adapt to new tasks when asked. Is comfortable building rapport with patients quickly and is able to work effectively with and without supervision and remain calm and friendly in all interactions with patients.

12. Leads by example in the areas of professional appearance, demeanor and body language, making eye contact with patients and smiling.

13. Demonstrates competency with Cisco phone systems and automatic call distribution process to manage patient phone communications through OTT. Applies specialized protocols for documentation of incoming patient concerns in EMR and routing procedures.

Operations Maintenance

1. Maintains clean, well-stocked exam rooms, labs and nursing stations. Responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies. Performs maintenance of lab equipment.

2. Maintains supply standards as directed by nursing staff or appropriate supervisor.

3. Adheres to infection control procedures as outlined in the Infection Control manual.

4. Adheres to the Ambulatory Services policy and procedures for the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing of equipment.

5. Participates in various QI and Customer Service initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Certification from an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Six months' experience as a Medical Assistant.

• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• Demonstrated computer familiarity, keyboard skills, computer literate in programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Willingness to learn new computer programs as needed to sustain practice operations.

• Willing and able to work a flexible work schedule at short notice including, but not limited to, evening, weekends and holidays.

PREFERRED

• Conversational in Cantonese, able to communicate medical concepts to patients in Cantonese.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

%

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

80%

Yes

Clinical & Communication

15%

Yes

Operations Maintenance

5%

Yes

Other duties

100%

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LIVING PRIDE STANDARDS

Service Excellence

• Demonstrates service excellence by following the Everyday PRIDE Guide with the UCSF Medical Center standards and expectations for communication and behavior. These standards and expectations convey specific behavior associated with the Medical Center's values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence, and provide guidance on how we communicate with patients, visitors, faculty, staff, and students, virtually everyone, every day and with every encounter. These standards include, but are not limited to: personal appearance, acknowledging and greeting all patients and families, introductions using AIDET, managing up, service recovery, managing delays and expectations, phone standards, electronic communication, team work, cultural sensitivity and competency.

• Uses effective communication skills with patients and staff; demonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquette; acts as an escort to any patient or family member needing directions; shows sensitivity to differences of culture; demonstrates a positive and supportive manner in which patients / families/ colleagues perceive interactions as positive and supportive. Exhibits team work skills to positively acknowledge and recognize other colleagues, and uses personal experiences to model and teach Living PRIDE standards.

• Exhibits tact and professionalism in difficult situations according to PRIDE Values and Practices

• Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.

• Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures.

• Assumes accountability for improving quality metrics associated with department/unit and meeting organizational/departmental targets.

Work Environment

• Keeps working areas neat, orderly and clutter-free, including the hallways. Adheres to cleaning processes and puts things back where they belong. Removes and reports broken equipment and furniture.

• Picks up and disposes of any litter found throughout entire facility.

• Posts flyers and posters in designated areas only; does not post on walls, doors or windows.

• Knows where the Environment of Care Manual is kept in department; corrects or reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate departments.

• Protects the physical environment and equipment from damage and theft.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs any other duties related to patient care