Medical Assistant - Pediatrics - Part-Time

Job Description

Job Overview :

This position assists the physician in examination and treatment of patients, performing miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of physician. This position also interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts, and prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. The position will be cross-trained to perform duties to enhance efficiency and continuity of delivery of patient care; work cooperatively within the team concept demonstrating flexibility, motivation and commitment to quality patient care. This position's tasks include patient related duties, medical record maintenance / documentation, and safety / environmental duties.

Three shifts weekly from 8AM-5PM with potential for one later shift 8 : 30AM-6 : 30PM. Schedule includes a rotating weekend shift 7 : 30AM-Noon every sixth Saturday.

This role includes a sign on bonus

Job Requirements : High School Degree

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

EKG

Injections

Venipuncture

Performance of common lab tests according to establish CLIA guidelines and TriHealth policy

Up to 1 year experience in a healthcare setting

Job Responsibilities :

Exhibits professional image and behavior toward patients, visitors, physicians and employees and creates a positive impression consistent with professional etiquette.

Demonstrates flexibility and / or initiative in seeking or accepting additional assignments, and a willingness to learn.

Exhibits dependability in areas such as attendance, punctuality and the timely performance of duties.

Demonstrates proficiency in assisting with medical procedures on adults and children.

Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clean and sterile procedures in the use of medical equipment.

Other Job-Related Information :

Working Conditions :

Climbing - Rarely

Hearing : Conversation - Frequently

Hearing : Other Sounds - Frequently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting

Lifting

Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity : Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity : Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following :

Serve : ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients / guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel : ALWAYS...

Respect : ALWAYS...

Value : ALWAYS...

Engage : ALWAYS...