Clinical Assistant

Number of Job Openings Available

1

Date Posted

May 20, 2024

Department

Allina Health Group Blaine

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

10 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40

Union Contract

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation

None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details Job Description

Provides remote support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Assists with chart prepping anticoagulation lab patients, communicates with patients, and obtains adequate patient medical information/data. Individuals will work in a remote setting with occasional clerical work on site.

Principle Responsibilities

• Manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
• Accurately and completely charts information in the patient medical record.
• Assists with scheduling appointments for patients.
• Prepares refill information for provider to review.
• Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages, results, and patient calls for provider.
• Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor. Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Follows all policies, workflows, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
• Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
• Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.

• Accurately and completely charts information in the patient medical record.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• If an LPN, must have an Associate's or Vocational degree from a Board of Nursing approved LPN program
• 1 to 2 years of Medical Assistant or LPN experience

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Licenses/Certifications

• If a Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - American Association of Medical Assistants preferred

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting Weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently