Medical Assistant

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The Medical Assistant 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.  

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

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.  


• Where permitted, and as directed: 
  
  
  
  • May perform routine screening tests - yes
  
  
  • 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  
  
  
  • Certain clients and health centers may require travel 
  
  


• Performs other duties as assigned 

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. 


• Phlebotomy and lab experience. 


• Experience working front office.   


• Experience working in a Primary Care setting.  


• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.  

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. 


• Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC 

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. 

Employees can be expected to be paid an annualized salary range of $21.00-$23.00, based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions.