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Medical Assistant - Pediatric Specialty

You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology, and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet Recognition consecutively since 2006. And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety, and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine! You can make a difference here.

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your benefits include a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, defined contribution pension plan, paid time off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide.

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!

Pre-employment requirements: All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more!

Pediatric Specialty Medicine (Billings Clinic Main Campus) req10995

Shift: Day

Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)

Hours per Pay Period: 0.90 = 72 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE: $17.15 - 21.44

Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant II supports the delivery of patient care and treatment while also providing administrative and clerical assistance. The role involves working collaboratively with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and other healthcare staff to meet the physical, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. The Medical Assistant II performs more complex patient care tasks compared to a Level I, including administering medications, assisting with minor procedures, and taking a more active role in patient preparation and education. This position plays a vital role in enhancing the patient care experience while ensuring the efficient functioning of the clinical environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure compliance with all mandatory organizational and departmental standards, including those related to employee, patient safety, and job performance.
• Maintain competency in organizational, departmental, and external agency standards related to the environment, patient care, and safety.
• Prepare patient exam rooms, equipment, and supplies based on specific patient needs and examination requirements.
• Assist with patient scheduling for appointments, diagnostic tests, treatments, procedures, and surgeries. May also help with registration and co-pay collection.
• Obtain and record patient history and vital signs, assist with minor procedures, and document in the medical record.
• Collect laboratory specimens, ensuring proper labeling and handling according to department guidelines.
• Clean and disinfect equipment per Billings Clinic infection control protocols.
• Administer vaccines as per department guidelines and individual leveling requirements.
• Assist physicians and APPs with minor procedures and physical exams, such as stitch removal, application of dressings, ear lavage, and splinting.
• Administer medications, as specified in department guidelines, once appropriate training has been completed.
• Provide instruction to patients as directed by the physician, APP, or in accordance with department policies and procedure.

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