Medical Assistant- Urgent Care (PT- 0.8 FTE, Day Shift)

Position Summary

A Medical Assistant performs duties related to patient care in a clinic setting, displaying responsible behavior, effective communication, and teamwork. Reporting to the nurse manager, the role involves clinical tasks under supervision and administrative support.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association

Essential Job Functions

• Collects patient information
• Maintains patient status and reports abnormalities
• Confirms and clarifies written orders
• Performs delegated procedures under clinical supervision
• Assists practitioners with patient procedures
• Manages specimen collection and patient instructions
• Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms
• Performs related tasks such as prescription refills and message taking

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sound judgment, patience, professionalism
• Tact, discretion, sensitivity, confidentiality
• Effective multitasking and meeting deadlines
• Computer and office equipment proficiency
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analytical and organizational skills

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (occasionally)
• Sitting (occasionally)
• Standing (repeatedly)
• Walking (repeatedly)
• Twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling (repeatedly)
• Reaching above shoulder level (repeatedly)
• Pushing/pulling (repeatedly)
• Fine-finger movements (continuously)
• Vision (continuously)
• Cognitive skills (continuously)
• Emotional challenges (continuously)

Job Tasks

• Handling bloodborne pathogens, radiation, various chemicals, and medications
• Dealing with infectious diseases and emotionally challenging situations

Schedule Requirements

The role requires regular and sustained attendance. On-call work may be required, and the position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.