Medical Assistant

apartment AMSURG location_onWellesley, MA 02481, US

Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing procedures within the Center, in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics. Demonstrates initiative, insight and judgement in decision making process.

Assists in preparing patient for designated procedure

Accurately obtains vital signs as indicated and documents on chart

Cleans equipment used as per policy

Observes universal precautions

Participates in QAPI/Safety Program

Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of supplies

Assists with housekeeping responsibilities as directed by Recovery Room Nurse and/or OR/Procedure Nurse

Informs nurse in charge when leaving for break, lunch or for the day

Perform other tasks and duties as directed by the Center Director or Physician which are within their legal limitations

Seeks educational opportunities and accepts responsibilities for own professional growth and development

Must maintain patient right to privacy by not discussing privileged information outside the work area or within hearing range of visitor’s family or patient

Keeps work area clean, neat and stocked

Demonstrates initiative, insight and judgment in decision-making process

Greets patients and verifies patient name, orients them to changing area

Escorts patient to stretcher or chair (as applicable). Verifies stretcher is in locked position and assist patient onto stretcher. Places side rails in the raised position.

Provides a safe environment for the patient to prevent potential injury. Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting appropriate information to supervisor and documents same

Maintains and cleans equipment

Consults with appropriate supervisor or physician as needed

Accepts direction from supervisor or physicians and adheres to established routines

Maintains traffic control and cleanliness in Pre-op/Post-op area

Communicates patient status and other pertinent information to coworkers as needed

Provides emotional support and reassurance to patient and family during perioperative stay

Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person

Ensures informed signed consent completed prior to administration of sedation

Reports errors of commission/omission

Assists with answering the phone when necessary

Knowledgeable of potential exposure to hazardous materials (i.e. patient body fluids, disinfectant chemicals)

Maintain flexibility and performs other duties as required

Documents pertinent data on required forms in accordance with Center policies

Assists in monitoring and maintaining instruments, supplies and equipment in the Center

Assists in code cart maintenance and defibrillator checks

Acts appropriate in emergency situations by notifying and assisting appropriate personnel

Reports to supervisor any unusual occurrences, breaks in technique malfunctioning equipment, any unsafe condition or potential hazard

Attends inservice programs and keeps informed of current policies and procedures and standards of practice

Maintains Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

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