Medical Assistant

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit click to view www.eyecare-partners.com .

Job Description

Job Title : Medical Assistant/Tech Reports to : Brooke Cundiff

Department : FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

SECTION 1: Job Summary (Summary of the basic functions of the position)

Serves as support personnel, under the direction of the registered nurse (RN), in accordance with established regulations for the practice of Medical Assistant/Tech, Federal, State, and accreditation standards and SCSC policies and procedures. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment. Assists in maintaining medical records and post-operative follow-ups. Identifies and reports to the supervisor inventory/ supply needs.

SECTION 2: Duties and Responsibilities (Responsibilities necessary to accomplish job functions)

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service.
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.

SECTION 3: Patient Population Served (For nursing / patient care positions)

• Team members will work with patients of all ages, races, and genders.

Section 4: Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Highschool Diploma
• BLS Certification

Section 5: Experience Requirements

Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.

SECTION 6: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Professional in appearance and actions
• Logical and Critical thinking skills
• Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills
• Enjoys learning new technologies and systems
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Exhibits a positive attitude and is flexible in accepting work assignments and priorities
• Meets attendance and tardiness expectations
• Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
• Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
  
  
  • Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and team mate support need Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability for basic to intermediate problem solving, including mathematics
  • Basic to intermediate computer operation Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Travel to other site locations may be necessary. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards
  • Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines

Location: Work takes place in a normal surgical environment. Travel to other locations may be necessary to fulfill essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards.

Exposure: Works in normal surgical environment. This position requires working various hours, as the surgery center is generally open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May be exposed to blood or bodily fluids. May also be exposed to various cleaning supplies.
Equipment: Phaco machine, unipolar cautery, bipolar cautery, smoke evacuation, autoclaves, indirect ophthalmic scope, portable light, Cryo unit, light pole unit & telephones. Other equipment may be used as needed. Must be able to work with precise tools and equipment; must have dexterity to use these items correctly and safely. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment.

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EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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