Clinical Assistant
Company: Spectrum Healthcare Partners
Location: Portland
Posted on: June 15, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionCompany OverviewSpectrum Healthcare Partners is
Maine's largest multi-specialty, physician-owned and directed
professional organization and is comprised of over 200 physicians
practicing in the areas of anesthesiology, orthopedics, pain
management, pathology, radiation oncology, radiology, and vascular
& interventional services. Spectrum provides services at many of
Maine's hospitals throughout the state and in eastern New
Hampshire.Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. POSITION
SUMMARYResponsible for performing a variety of duties in both the
clinical and administrative areas focusing on the delivery of
quality patient care. Includes assisting physicians with patient
care and handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks.
The clinical assistant functions under the license of the provider,
and demonstrates competency in all skills related to the
performance of patient care within their scope of practice and
according to organizational policies, accrediting and licensing
bodies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Greets all patients and families in a polite, prompt and
helpful manner while maintaining professional behavior and
adherence to organizational values
- Provides direct patient care to include: Rooming patients;
obtaining vital signs and measurements; medication preparation and
administration
- Assists physician with the health/physical assessment
process
- Assists in the documentation and education of the patient in
their plan of care.
- Accurately and timely documents patient care services by
charting in the patient record. Documents therapeutic procedures,
dressing changes, wound management, allergies and medication
dosages
- Assists with patient testing procedures as directed by
physician
- Collaborates with surgical scheduler to coordinate
pre-operative diagnostic tests, medical consults, etc.; gathering
information to ensure pre-operative emergency room patient
facilitating questions regarding wound care, pain management, and
follow-up appointments
- Acts as a liaison between physician and post-operative
emergency room patient facilitating questions regarding wound care,
pain management, and follow-up appointments
- Provides patient counseling and education as directed by the
supervising physician
- Clean exam rooms and instruments, and restock with necessary
supplies
- Responds to incoming patient calls in a timely and professional
mannerPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inventories, stores all necessary medical supplies, drugs and
education materials
- Manages scheduling for the physician practice as the office
dictates
- Works with the healthcare team providing information and
education
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, providers,
staff and others
- Provides coverage in other areas/locations when needed
- Attends meetings as assigned, and participates in educational
activities to keep skills up-to-date
- Demonstrates professionalism at all times
- Keeps abreast of current issues involving patient care or
practice issues by attending and participating in department, team
and practice meetings
- Displays cooperative behavior and interacts positively and
effectively with others to promote a team environment
- Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall
efficiency and continuity of the clinic
- Is proactive in identifying, reporting and participating in the
resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues
- Perform related work as requiredQUALIFICATIONS
- Current Rad Tech, Athletic Trainer Maine State License or other
relevant credential or education
- Current BLS required
- Knowledge of healthcare field, medical office
protocols/procedures
- Skill in performing medical assistant tasks appropriately
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for
interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other
staff
- Skill in time management, prioritizing and medical care
coordination
- Ability to organize and accomplish tasks, and have the
flexibility to meet changing demands on daily basis
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with
others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to project and maintain a professional image
- Ability to work independently and excel as part of a team
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical
recordsPHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Daily use of computer operating instruments; stationary PC,
Laptop PC, keyboard and mouse
- Light lifting of paperwork, folders or other general record
keeping materials
- Operation of various office equipment: fax machine, telephone &
voice mail system, stationary/lap top computer, e-mail system,
scanner, and copier
- Lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds
frequently
- Walks frequently
- May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of
time
- Risk of exposure to hazardous conditions and blood borne
pathogens
- Occasional reaching, twisting, bendingBENEFITS AND PERKS
- Health Insurance (80% company-paid)
- Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k) Match and Profit-Sharing Plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits
- Medical Reimbursement Plan
- Dependent Care PlanPowered by JazzHR8Vk30nPnwE
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