Description
At NorthBay Health, the CPT/MAI act as both a CPT and a Medical Assistant, based on the needs in the department. The CPT/MAI collects and prepares lab samples for transport to reference laboratories. Registers patients and enters requisition into electronic medical record. They will facilitate the flow of information into and out of the lab by interacting with the public, using computer systems, delivering reports and answering phones and processes mail. They are responsible for providing direct patient care in support of a provider in an ambulatory care setting under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. They may administer medications upon completion of medication administration course and specific supervision of a physician. Based on business need, may be assignment to other areas.
At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Qualifications
- Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program with a certificate. Program or additional classwork regarding medication administration required.
- Licensure/Certification:
- A Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT I) certificate or higher Laboratory license (MLT/CLS) issued by the state of California.
Current AHA or equivalent certification in BLS.
Medical Assistant state or national certification required within 6 months of hire.
Program or additional classwork regarding medication administration required within 6 months of hire.
Medical Administration competency complete required within 6 months of hire.
Experience: One year of acute care hospital experience or ambulatory care setting preferred. One year of phlebotomy experience highly preferred.
Skills: Phlebotomy, basic medical terminology, typing, math and computer skills. Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal. Demonstrated effective time-management skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Bilingual preferred
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.
Standards of Performance: Demonstrate performance by adhering to established policies and procedures and exhibiting the defined characteristics associated with attendance and punctuality.
Physical Effort: Attendance is an essential function of the job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform moderate periods of standing, bending over, lifting supplies, assisting patients, frequent ambulation, prolonged standing and the use of repetitive motions.
Compensation
Hourly Salary Range Min $26.94 - Max $29.65 (Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)
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