Medical Assistant Bilingual - Gulfton (Infectious Disease)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership

Schedule

Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM)

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height
• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical records
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens; log and document specimens; and prepare them for testing
• Assist physicians in examining and treating patients by handing them instruments and materials
• Give injections and remove sutures as directed
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, including cleaning and restocking
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
• Provide phone consultation with clients regarding test results and health concerns
• Process blood and other specimens, ensuring all specimens are properly labeled and packaged for lab pickup
• Perform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as needed
• Administer oral, intramuscular, SubQ, and topical medications as ordered
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care
• Maintain exam room supplies, check stock for expired dates, and change sharps containers and biohazard waste as needed
• Assist with programs such as the Hazard Communication and Accident Prevention plans associated with OSHA compliance
• Participate in the Performance Improvement Program
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Promote effective working relationships and work effectively as part of a team to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Work within the context of a primary care medical home, applying a team-based approach to care while partnering with patients and families to promote timely access to care, culturally sensitive and language-appropriate care, continuity of care, and whole-person improvement through appropriate self-management education
• Attend all required safety training programs and remain knowledgeable about responsibilities related to general safety, department or service safety, and specific job-related hazards
• Operate assigned equipment and perform all procedures safely as instructed
• Maintain the work area and equipment according to Legacy and government policies and requirements
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics in