Medical Assistant

Company: Rockingham Eye Surgery Center
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: September 15, 2022

Job Description:

Rockingham Eye Surgery CenterMedical AssistantMain functionPre-Operative: Responsible for conducting pre-operative testing and patient preparation for procedure.* Maintains order and cleanliness of preoperative area* Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient prior to admission* Describes the peri-operative experience to the patient/significant other, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure, and how the significant other will participate* Obtains pertinent patient records prior to patient's arrival for pre-operative testing* Informs patient about routine care and procedures related to the peri-operative experience* Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and supports the patient's right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality* Documents pre-operative care according to policy/procedure* Ensures that the patient's chart is completed on the day the surgery is scheduledPost-Operative: Assist with nursing care for the patient in the immediate post-operative/post-anesthesia period. Assists with care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered, monitoring patient, and informing Nurse, surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications.* Effectively organizes time, equipment and supplies.* Maintains order and cleanliness of post-operative area.* Assist in providing nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered.* Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and promotes privacy and dignity_Full Job description will be provided at interviews._Requirements_Required_Previous Medical Assistant experienceCPR certified/willing to obtainASC/Surgical experience preferredJob Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $15.50 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time offMedical specialties:* SurgerySchedule:* 10 hour shiftAbility to commute/relocate:* Harrisonburg, VA 22801: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: One location

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