Medical Assistant, Psych Nursing, 40 Hours (Days)

At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred

$17.79- $25.00

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

Performs clinic support in both the clinical and administrative areas:

In the clinical area the practice assistant, under the direction and supervision of a licensed Nurse or Provider, and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice participates in the delivery of patient care.

In the administrative area the practice assistant gathers patient information for registration, schedules appointments, verifies demographic and financial information and assists in the facilitation of patient flow throughout the ambulatory setting.

Patient Care Support: Delivers care in a non-judgmental, patient-centered manner under the direction of licensed nurses or providers.

Performs delegated clinical interventions including vital signs, intake assessments, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, wound care, and basic procedure assistance, using established protocols, equipment, and electronic health records (EHR) for documentation.

Visit Preparation and Coordination: Reviews patient charts prior to visits to identify care needs, ensures necessary equipment and supplies are ready, and prepares patients for provider exams or procedures.