Medical Assistant I, PRN - One UMMS Staffing Center
Job Requirements
Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record/EMR.
Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam.
Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
- Performs routine clinic testing, including but not limited to; urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
- Obtains necessary blood and urine specimens.
- Provides pre-printed patient education /material as directed by physician.
Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.
- Performs cleaning and disinfection of environment of care.
- Performs high level disinfection of equipment instruments per unit/hospital procedure.
- Maintains necessary supplies in clinical area.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
Provides the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
- Administers select medications and injections under direct supervision of physician as per clinic and hospital policy.
- Affixes to the UMMS immunization program, including giving injections and tracking data in a computer program.
Work Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required (GED).
- Two years recent (within the last 12 months) office or hospital experience.
Education and Experience
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
- American Heart Association BLS certification required.