Medical research assistant job description

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care by taking vitals, patient history, venipuncture, lab, x-ray, referrals, and patient phone messages as directed by the provider and/or clinical supervisor. This position requires population specific competencies. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.

INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification/registration, or the ability to obtain certification/registration within 120 days of hire; OR * The ABR-OE (Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry) or other nationally recognized credentialing allowing for electronic medical heath record (EHR) order entry; or the ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire. AND
6 months customer service experience preferred
CPR certification within 90 days of employment
Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)

IMG Float Pool:

If position requires intraday travel, the incumbents must be able to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non- INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Drivers License from the state of residence, as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.
The Medical Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Gathers and documents information about patient condition, which include lab values, pain levels, patient education needs, nutritional status and potential complications
Contributes to the assessment/re-assessment of patients
Monitors and documents patient status
Participates in the development of the plan of care, including implementation and evaluation of appropriate patient care interventions which may include medication administration (exclusive of narcotics)
Manages large call volume while maintaining excellent telephone etiquette
Organizes workflow to meet patient needs in a timely manner * As needed by patient contact level, adheres to National Governing Board and Patient Safety Goals
May retrieve and transport medications

Reports to assigned director, manager, supervisor or lead.

This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Moderate exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals. Must follow standard precautions.

All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

Sign-on Bonus! Up to $3,000 available to eligible applicants

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Physician Network

* Our elite medical group employs more than 700 providers, including physicians and advanced practice providers, throughout the Greater Dayton and Cincinnati areas.
* Our patients have access to a multidisciplinary professional team to meet all their healthcare needs. From primary care to brain and spine surgery, we provide an extensive range of specialties and expertise, in over 200 locations and ten counties.
* Working collaboratively across specialties, we offer patients a team-based model of care in which the patient is the most important member of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Possible Incentives for external Medical Assistant

* Up to $3,000 Sign-on Bonus based on experience and a two-year work commitment
* Relocation Bonus available (amount may vary dependent on the distance of the move)
* Returning employees must not have been employed by Kettering Health for the last 6 months prior to rehire

Under the supervision of the provider and/or practice manager, assists and delivers patient care duties, and provides administrative support throughout the practice. This position assists the provider in examination and treatment of patients, performing miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of provider. This position also interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in patients' charts. 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.

Educational requirements:

* MA/CMA: Within 15 months from date of hire, continued employment will require successful attainment and retention of one of the following certification/registration CCMA, CMA (AAMA), NCMA, RMA (through AMT) or RMA (through ARMA) plus documented completion of a Medical Assisting program through an accredited institution of higher learning.
* May be hired with six months of experience as a STNA, Nursing Assistant or PCA but are not able to administer medication or enter Epic orders until competency demonstration has occurred.

* LPN: Graduate of accredited LPN program (or equivalent) with current Ohio license.

Job requirements:

* Basic Life Support certification required.

* Ability to communicate and relate well with office staff, ancillary departments and public, follow direction, accept orders and perform repetitive tasks, be patient, courteous, and tactful.
* Able to work under time constraints, multi-task, and work autonomously with little direction.
* Must be able to maintain confidentiality and follow directions.

Preferred Qualifications

* 1-year clinical experience in a medical/physician office setting preferred.

* Practical knowledge in the following areas is preferred: examination process, diagnostic and treatment room procedures, medical equipment and instruments, safety hazards and precautions, confidentiality/discretion.
* Experience with use of electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

The mission of the UCLA Center for Behavioral & Addiction

Medicine is to advance the prevention and treatment of chronic illnesses,

especially in communities with health disparities. Our research efforts include

clinical trials of anti-addiction medications and HIV prevention interventions. Duties for this position include but are not limited to: conduct medical tests and administer study measures

according to research protocol, conduct phone screenings and schedule research

participants, collect and process specimens, perform clerical tasks and perform

phlebotomy. You will also prepare, administer and document injections as well as help maintain all lab

supplies and equipment and manage charting and other documentation as per study

requirements. This position will be responsible for entering data and assisting

with quality assurance checks.

Qualifications

**Required:**

State certification as a licensed phlebotomist (CPT1) and experience collecting blood samples by venipuncture/skin puncture.

Willingness and ability to maintain confidentiality of research participants.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, with subjects, staff, supervisor, and community partners.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff member.

Willingness to work evenings and weekends if assigned.

Organizational skills necessary to maintain records and coordinate other tasks as required.

Work with speed and consistency to meet the laboratory standards of performance.

Ability to work independently and report to supervisor(s) on a regular basis and in a timely manner.

Ability to question research participants about sensitive behavioral issues, including but not limited to drug use, criminal behavioral, and sexual behavior.

Skill in speaking and writing to persons of diverse social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.

Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and relevant software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.

Specimen processing experience and knowledge of infection control procedures.

Ability to be punctual and to maintain a satisfactory attendance record.

**Preferred:**

Bachelor's degree.

Experience in data collection and interviewing.

Certification as a Medical Assistant in the State of California.

Experience with substance using populations.

Clinical research experience.

Bilingual English/Spanish.

UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.