Outpatient Pediatric Medical Assistant Float

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Organization:

CHOC-Float Pool

Job Summary:

Supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assist with patient and family education and communication with patient's health care team.

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SHIFT: Monday - Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) No holidays/weekends/on call

• Position will float to the following locations: DOT, OHO, ECL in Franklin and Brentwood with possible travel to other locations to be determined.

MA certification organizations recognized by Vanderbilt Health as well as the website link to see information on their certification process:

• AMT (America Medical Technologists) - https://www.americanmedtech.org/Medical-Assistant
• AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) - https://www.aama-ntl.org/cma-aama-exam
• NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) - https://www.ncctinc.com/certifications/ma
• NHA (National Health Career Association) - https://www.nhanow.com/certifications/clinical-medical-assistant
  • Can sit for exam if they have 12 months of patient care experience.
• NAHP (National Association for Health Professionals) - https://nahpusa.com/nrcma

Consideration may be given to candidates that can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines

Department Summary:

The CHOC (Children's Hospital Outpatient Clinics) Float Pool is a dynamic team of highly skilled healthcare professionals who provide exceptional patient care across multiple units and specialties throughout the pediatric outpatient clinics. Float Pool team members play a critical role in supporting staffing needs while gaining diverse clinical experiences in a variety of pediatric care settings. This unique opportunity is ideal for adaptable, collaborative healthcare professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality, family-centered care to patients in a variety of clinics.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with patients/families and health care providers in the delivery of health care services.
• Partners with the healthcare team by following established plan of care to ensure patient progress for effective outcomes.
• Support plans to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

This position floats to locations at DOT and to off-site locations.

Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.

Core Accountabilities:

* Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.