Certified Medical Assistant or LPN, RHC Abbeville, Full Time, First Shift

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid physicians and staff in preparing patients for visits and completing assessments.
• Update and document all patient information, including medications, allergies, and family history.
• Perform and document various office procedures such as EKC, eye exams, blood collection, immunizations, injections, diagnostic tests, wound care, treatments, etc.
• Triage calls to assess patient urgency and determine appropriate next steps.
• Provide patient instructions and educational materials.
• E-prescribe medications according to practice protocols or physician discretion, and complete tasks in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Carry out venipunctures and process laboratory specimens according to standard procedures.
• Conduct laboratory analyses accurately and efficiently, using both automated and manual methods.
• Maintain comprehensive technical knowledge across pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory phases.
• Show proficiency in maintaining this knowledge through performance, troubleshooting, specimen handling, test result review, and intervention as needed.
• Stay updated on necessary laboratory equipment and ensure its proper calibration, quality control, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Work towards upholding the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Job Qualifications

• High school education required.
• Post-secondary education with certifications as Medical Assistant (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMMA) preferred.