Medical Assistant - Quad
Gautier, MS
About the Job
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Medical Assistant I will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Measures and records vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)
+ Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e.- patient interviews and histories, vital signs, treatments, test results.
+ Assists medical staff with patient examinations
+ Uses CPR skills when necessary
+ Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments
+ Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.
+ Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
+ Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.
+ Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team-based approach to health care delivery
+ Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Certain clients and health centers may require travel
+ Where permitted, and as directed:
+ May perform routine screening tests
+ Draws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.
+ Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations
+ Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures
+ Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.
Experience:
+ Minimum One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant required
+ Phlebotomy and lab experience preferred
+ Experience working front office preferred
+ Experience working in a Primary Care setting preferred
+ Bilingual in Spanish a plus
+ Experience working in a medical facility and/or front office preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
+ Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
+ Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT. Certification through another accredited association will need review/approval is required.
+ Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
+ Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team approach to health care delivery
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written)
+ Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion
+ Bilingual a plus
Source : Quad
