Medical Assistant MA Cardiothoracic Surgery Greeley

Primary City/State:

Greeley, Colorado

Department Name:

C/P-CVI Cardio Surg-Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

$1,000 Hire-on bonus for external candidates!*

The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

The CardioVascular Institute of North Colorado Cardiac Surgery Clinic in Greeley provides advanced surgical care for people with complex heart and vascular conditions. Our cardiac surgery team treats conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, aortic aneurysms, atrial fibrillation, cardiac tumors and pericardial disease.

Our board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiac surgeons provide personalized, evidence-based care using advanced surgical techniques. Whether you are preparing for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, aortic surgery or another procedure, our team will help you understand your diagnosis, treatment options and next steps.

In this position as a Medical Assistant supporting CardioVascular, you will be responsible for rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, updating medical history, documenting medications and any concerns. You will also prepare patients for exams, procedures, and consultations. You will assist providers with patient care, office procedures, and care coordination, which will include coordinating pre- and post-operative appointments and testing. You will process referrals, prior authorizations, and patient communications. You will perform EKGs, phlebotomy and other clinical duties within scope of practice. You will maintain exam rooms, supplies, and accurate EMR documentation, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA, safety, and infection prevention standards. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to support quality patient care.

Shift Details:

-Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Location:

-1800 15th St. Suite 340, Greeley

If interested, apply today!

At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates. We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area. We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.

2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG’s. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.

3. Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.

4. Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete