Medical Assistant (Clinic), Local Contract, 8 weeks, Pinellas Park, FL - 37468656

Duties

• Rooming and checking in/out clinic patients.
• Order entry.
• Obtaining vital signs on patients.
• Obtain pertinent medical records/test results prior to clinic visits.
• Printing med list and any pertinent information needed by physician/APRN for patient visits.
• Phlebotomy/Specimen collection/processing.
• Absorb medication refills and specialist requests.
• Fill out demographic information on forms needing signature by physician/APRN.
• Answer phones and relay messages to staff.
• Perform EKGs.
• Administer nebulizer treatments.
• Absorb clinic supplies.
• Keep clinic rooms clean and stocked with supplies.
• IM/SC injections, under supervision of MD.
• Instrument cleaning/processing.
• Appointment scheduling for clinic visits.
• Routine clinic equipment maintenance.
• Chaperone for physician/APRN.
• Assisting patients to restroom and with needed ADLs while in clinic.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills Required

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Successfully complete a Competency Assessment upon hire and receive annual competency assessments.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
• Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
• Post Offer Employment Testing (POET) or Fit for Duty examination (as necessary) with "Capable" result required.
• Have a minimum of one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
• Broad knowledge base of health care problems of the frail elderly.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, medical staff, staff members and family caregivers.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Education Required

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED); more advanced education preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• N/A

Preferred Education

• More advanced education

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

• Medical Assistant certification.

Languages

• English: Read, Write, Speak