Thpg Asst Med Thpg

Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Req And
Other Graduation from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program within 30 days of hire 5 Years Medical Assistant experience in a physicians office in lieu of Medical Assistant Program Req

Experience
1 Year Medical Assistant experience Pref and
Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills-within 90 days of job entry
Req

Licenses and Certifications
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Pref Or
BLS - Basic life support maintained every 2 years 90 Days Req And
Other NCT - Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required Upon Hire Pref

Skills
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic.
. Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
. Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
. Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
. Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
. Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
. Good computer skills using a medical management application.
. Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

Supervision
Individual Contributor

ADA Requirements
Working Indoors 67% or more

OSHA
Tasks involving exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Physical Demands
Medium Work
 

Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures. 10%
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider. 10%
Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to\: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem. 10%
May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration, and perform routine tests such as EKGs. 10%
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. 10%
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. 10%
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician. 10%
Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly. 10%
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). 5%
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. 5%
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. 5%
May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s). 5%