Medical Assistant I - Psych Ketamine

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This is a per diem position

 

Job Summary

Overview:
Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the Medical Assistant works in the clinical setting providing direct and indirect service for patients and providers. The medical assistant works with the interdisciplinary health team in providing a wide variety of clinical, administrative and technical support functions in the delivery of healthcare in the Ketamine Infusion Unit. The Medical Assistant for the Ketamine Infusion Unit will also be cross-trained to perform the administrative responsibilities of the Patient Service Coordinator II.
This position requires Saturday morning availability with the option to pick up additional shifts during the week as available.

 

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred

Medical Assistant: Principle Duties and Responsibilities - Clinical

Provides safe, compassionate patient care under the supervision of the Medical Director and licensed personal (RNs) working with the MA on a daily basis

Performs all duties and responsibilities as described in the Medical Assistant  position description

Facilitates flow of patients from waiting room to infusion chairs in a timely manner as close as possible to scheduled appointment times Observes, reports and records vital signs, height and weight, pain level, and allergies as directed by the provider

Obtains vital signs, height and weight, pain level and allergies. Documents results in the patient’s record (LMR).

Monitors vital signs on patient receiving ketamine administration as per protocol.

Promptly informs the MD, anesthesiologist, or staff nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms

Conducts a brief focused assessment of the patient, including interval changes

Performs a variety of complex patient treatments and procedures according to standard policies and procedures, these may include but are not limited to:

Blood pressure cuff, pulse oximetry probe placement and 02 saturation measurement provides snack, blankets, ice packs, comfort items help with discharge procedures, linen change helps coordinate change in infusion schedule with MD and administrative assistant prepares forms for informed consent

Physically prepares patients for and assists care providers with examinations and therapeutic procedures   

Instructs and assists patients while getting infusions

 Instructs patients and families for expectations in the clinic

Participates in daily operational activities necessary for a safe patient and staff environment. Maintains JACHO standards on the unit

Cares for medical equipment and supplies and monitors sterilization of appropriate equipment.

Ensures patient safety

Escorts patients from waiting area to and from treatment areas

Rounds on patients routinely for to assist with falls prevention

Aids patients with toileting (including escorting patients to and from bathroom to prevent patient falls)

Assists with patient transfers (i.e. wheelchair to/from bed/stretcher; stretcher to/from bed) and bed positioning

Provides nutritional snacks for patients as appropriate

Collaborates with Medical Director to identify and meet learning needs

            7.1 Attends educational programs to advance knowledge and skill

            7.2 Adheres to the standards of required training

Patient Services Coordinator II: Principal Duties and Responsibilities - Administrative

Cross trained to provide back up for all check in and checkout functions as outlined by the MGH/MGPO Front Desk Standards and Cadence Front Desk Check In User without Registration Training Track.

Maintains confidentiality and p