PRN Certified Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

The Certified Medical Assistant provides patient care in a primary/family care practice under the direction of a physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner. In this role, the certified medical assistant serves patients of all ages including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs and records patient information in electronic medical records system (eClinicalWorks)


• Prepares exam rooms for patients, and setup and assist with instruments and equipment


• Clean and sterilize instruments and exam rooms


• Inspect patient rooms for cleanliness, comfort, and sanitary conditions


• Give injections or treatment and draws blood


• Perform routine laboratory tests, start, monitors, and discontinue


• Operate diagnostic equipment to administer routine tests


• Key data into electronic medical records; vital signs, performs EKG, spirometry and or other similar office procedures


• Schedule patients for tests and procedures


• Call in, fax and/or e-prescribing required medication


• Inventory and stock medical supplies and materials


• Adhere to all standards of care, Code of Conduct, and HIPAA Compliance


• Assist with other duties as assigned


• General cleaning duties to ensure that the office remains clean and tidy for both patients and staff

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• High School graduate or equivalent education


• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program with a current practical nurse license


• Current Medical Assistant Certification/Registration required


• Current Basic Life Support card from the American Heart Association


• 6 months+ years working experience in a clinical private practice setting preferred


• Ability to travel to nearby offices as needed


• Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate, prioritize, and facilitate many on-going tasks


• Must be organized and attentive to detail, and able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction


• Professional verbal and written communication skills


• Professional appearance


• Positive attitude and ability to effectively work in a team environment

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