SR Medical Assistant

Sr. Medical Assistant

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine is an international leader in cancer treatment, research, prevention, education and community outreach. It is the only cancer center in Missouri and within a 240-mile radius of St. Louis to hold the prestigious Comprehensive Cancer Center designation from the National Cancer Institute and membership in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Parent institutions Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine also are nationally recognized, with U.S. News & World Report consistently ranking the hospital and medical school among the nation's elite. The outpatient Women's Chemo Infusion Center is dedicated to providing excellent care to women with a variety of gynecologic cancers. In a collaborative environment, our team of infusion nurses, medical assistants, nurse coordinators, physicians, and nurse practitioner strive to provide chemotherapy in a safe, compassionate and timely manner.

Role Purpose

This position provides support to the clinical care team under the direction of the nursing staff. Duties include support of the outpatient visit through selected tasks according to practice protocols and procedures. The Sr. Medical Assistant is also integral in the ongoing quality assurance of processes as well as onboarding of new staff.

Responsibilities

• Supports the outpatient encounter with knowledge of patient flow (including scheduling appointments, tests, and lab work), insurance processes, and coordination of resources including durable medical equipment.
• Assist, as trained, in outpatient procedural visits through duties such as the set-up of instruments, labeling of specimens, and general chaperoning of patient exams.
• Performs clinical skills such as point of care testing and EKGs. Obtains patient information including vital signs, patient histories and other health information through the medical record and patient screening. Maintains accurate and prompt documentation in the medical record. Relays important information to the health care team in a timely manner.
• Regularly participates in the auditing of patient care processes. Partners with nursing leadership on projects that enhance workflow and ultimately the patient experience.
• Participates in the onboarding and training of new medical assistants and assists leadership in coaching other medical assistants.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Cert / Reg in Area of Expertise

Benefits and Legal Statement

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