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Welcome to Winchester Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health. Winchester Hospital was the first hospital in Massachusetts to earn Magnet recognition, the American Nurses Association’s highest honor for nursing excellence, three times. It has since received the recognition a fourth time. As the northwest suburban Boston area’s leading provider of comprehensive health care services, the 229-bed facility provides care in general, bariatric and vascular surgery, orthopedics, pediatrics, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, oncology, gastroenterology, rehabilitation, radiation oncology, pain management, obstetrics/gynecology and a Level IIB Special Care Nursery.

About the Job

JOB SUMMARY: Contributes to the Hospital’s mission by assisting in the delivery of quality, safe clinical care in the ambulatory setting. This clinical staff position will have an impact on the patient’s experience by facilitating excellent outcomes utilizing a collaborative team approach to patient care and on patient satisfaction by minimizing wait times and ensuring a clean, well-stocked and welcoming environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Experience

Preferred: Experience working in a healthcare setting

Other Skills/Knowledge

Required:

· Basic computer skills and good typing skills with accuracy and attention to detail

· For safety and quality reasons, must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors and fellow members of the hospital team.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:

Preferred: Medical Assistant Certification

LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Basic Life Support

POPULATION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: N/A

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

On-call: N/A

Schedule requirements: Based on department needs

Weight Management Program: Must be willing to work one to two evenings a week

Travel requirements: N/A

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

· Reporting structure:

Cardiopulmonary Services, Breast Care Center: Nurse/Program Coordinator

Weight Management Program: Program Manager and with clinical oversight provided by the Nurse Practitioner

Hematology/Oncology and Wound Healing Center: Nurse Manager

· Works under the direction of a nurse or physician

· Not responsible for supervising the work of others.

As part of the Patient Care team, this position:

· Identifies, greets, transports and/or escorts patients making the patients feel welcomed and comfortable.

• Takes vital signs, heights and weights and interviews patients for history and medication list. Observes patient and reports findings to licensed clinician and/or physician.

· Assists the nurse, physician, and/or other licensed clinician with the patient visit and care, which may include procedures such as:

o Preparing patient for visit including transferring to exam table/chair.

o Setting up trays and preparing equipment, instruments and materials for the nurse and/or physician.

o Acting as a chaperone and/or provides emotional support for the patient.

o Explaining procedures and reviewing patient instructions

o Labeling specimens and transporting or preparing for transport.

o Assisting with wound care

o Drawing blood

o Performing EKGs

o Performing finger stick blood sugar tests

o Assisting with other tests and procedures

· Cleans and prepares the exam room or other patient areas between patients ensuring a clean, sanitized and welcoming environment.

· Maintains appropriate supplies both in exam/patient areas and ensures adequate stock is maintained for the department. Orders routine medical supplies. Monitors expirations and rotates inventory.

· Prepares, cleans and maintains equipment, addressing issues in a timely manner to ensure availability of equipment and to maximize its useful life.

· Has incidental access to medications.

· Maximizes patient throughput to minimize wait time and improve patient satisfaction.

· Provides administrative assistance to the department, including but not limited to:

o Preparing medical records for visit

o Providing front desk coverage

o Collecting messages and processing prescription refill requests.

o Following up with patients for appointment reminders and other issues.

o Scheduling appointments and coordinating referrals and preapprovals

o Filing records as necessary

· Appropriately follows the chain of command and adheres to hospital policies and procedures.

· Communicates effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures. Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork.

· Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols. Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice, adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks.

· Coordinates work schedule with departmental supervisor to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet our patients’ and physicians’ needs.

· Maintains a clean and safe work environment to enhance patient satisfaction and a culture of safety.

· Functions effectively in patient crisis situations and utilizes emergency resources. Assists in preparation of patient for transport to appropriate level of care.

· The functions performed in the various ambulatory care areas may differ depending on the patient population and services provided. Medical Assistants are responsible to meet all applicable competencies.

Shift

Full time, 40 hours

About Us

Beth Israel Lahey Health is an integrated system providing patients with better care wherever they are. Care informed by world-class research and education. We are doctors and nurses, technicians and social workers, innovators and educators, and so many others. All with a shared vision for what healthcare can and should be. We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining top talent. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities in which we work and serve. With a team approach to care, we encourage learning and growth at all levels and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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