Medical Assistant-Pediatric Orthopaedics (PT 24 hours/week T,W,TR/8:30am-5pm) (993709)
Children`s Hospital & Medical Center

Pediatric Orthopaedics
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Work at 10506 Burt Circle Work in Omaha, Nebraska
24 hours per week
8:30am to 5pm - Tuesday-Thursday
Equal Opportunity Employer - Affirmative Action W/M/D/V
Medical Assistant-Pediatric Orthopaedics (PT 24 hours/week T,W,TR/8:30am-5pm) (993709)
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8200 Dodge Street
 
Omaha, NE 68114
Position Description
General Summary:

Responsible for assisting the physician in caring for the patient and family in accordance with Children’s Physicians protocols, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

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  • Assists in the delivery of patient care to patients and families at the direction of the physician and according to office protocol.
  • Performs treatments, procedures, diagnostic testing and medication/immunization administration in a compassionate manner under the direction of a licensed practitioner.
  • Collects data regarding patient’s vital signs and growth and development when interviewing patients/families in the office.
  • Coordinates the scheduling of diagnostic tests and procedures with the patient/family, physicians/hospitals and the insurance companies as directed by the provider.
  • Assists the physician or pediatric nurse practitioner in patient teaching as directed or according to clinic protocol.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and provides care based on age-specific or developmental milestones for infant, toddler, preschool, school age or adolescent according to protocol.
  • Completes all required patient care documentation and reporting in accurate and timely manner within the electronic medical record.
  • Responds appropriately in crisis situations or life threatening emergencies.
  • Takes direction from the physician or pediatric nurse practitioner in the delivery on patient care.
  • Assists with clerical duties as directed by the office manager.
  • Demonstrates skill in communication and customer services.
  • Communicates with patients, physicians, families, caregivers, other health care providers and interdisciplinary team members in a professional, appropriate, timely and compassionate manner.
  • Utilizes appropriate communication skills to provide care or service based on age-specific or developmental milestones for infant, toddler, preschool, school age and adolescent children.
  • Communicates issues appropriately and participates in their resolution in a positive manner.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to the diversity of others.
  • Understands and supports Children’s Physicians mission, vision, values and culture.
  • Performs a wide range of tasks, adapts to changes in workload and completes assignments and maintaining quality patient care in a professional manner.
  • Takes the lead in getting the job done and accepting responsibility for actions, results and risks.
  • Assists in the orientation of new employees as requested.
  • Establishes cooperative working relationships within and across other offices to achieve optimum results.
  • Takes a well-ordered approach to solving problems and uses sound judgment in making decisions.
  • Actively participates in improving the delivery of patient care to prevent errors.
  • Maintains calm and effective behavior during stressful times.
  • Adheres to Children’s Physicians policies and procedures, rules and regulations and other state and federal regulatory requirements. Examples are OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA, etc. Participates in compliance programs to prevent illegal and unethical conduct.
  • Participates in mandatory in-services, office meetings and continuing education programs as mandated by policies and procedures and to keep informed of changes affecting nursing and children’s health.
  • Understands and supports Children’s Physician’s goals, office policies and procedures, management decisions and Compliance Plan.
  • Reports illegal and/or unethical acts promptly to the Compliance Officer.
  • Conduct responsibilities in accordance with all laws and regulations.
  • Maintains patient information as confidential.
  • Demonstrates appropriate use of clinical information systems.
  • Minimizes occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
  • Utilizes appropriate work practices, personal protective equipment and engineering controls.
  • Participates in exposure control training.
  • Promptly reports to office manager exposure to blood and body fluids.
  • Adheres to infection control policies and procedures.
MARGINAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITES
  • Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
  • Graduate from accredited school of medical assistants
  • Certification preferred
EXPERIENCE
  • Previous pediatric nursing experience
SKILLS:

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills Bilingual preferred
OTHERS:

  • Basic Life Support Certification
Medical Assistant-Pediatric Orthopaedics (PT 24 hours/week T,W,TR/8:30am-5pm) (993709)
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This position has been listed under the following classifications:
[Children`s Hospital & Medical Center Positions ]
[Medical Assistant (MA) ]
[Part Time ]
[Posted 2009/11/02 ]
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