Part Time Medical Assistant Float

Duties

• Take patient history and obtain vital signs
• Perform basic testing or screenings such as: vision, audio, urine drug screens, breath alcohol, EKGs, pulmonary function testing
• Accurately complete corresponding paperwork/computer work for lab tests ordered on blood, urine, tissue, and culture samples
• Able to perform subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections and accurately complete paperwork according to policy for that procedure
• Perform point of care testing such as: strep, mono, glucose, influenza, Urine pregnancy, Urinalysis, blood glucose levels
• Dispense and document medications and other treatment modalities
• Ensure sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization, proper use of the autoclave
• Schedule and coordinate necessary records for ancillary care for patients
• Assist providers with exams and testing (pelvic exams, eye irrigations and ear irrigations, I & D's and splinting/ ortho-glass preparation)
• Perform occupational medicine testing such as: urine drug screens, breath alcohol testing, audiogram, and DOT physicals
• Maintain confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA)
• Ensure equipment is in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to manager
• Log laboratory procedures completed. Process related paperwork using computer equipment as directed
• Handle patient call backs, schedule physician referrals; specialist's referrals and pharmacy issues; and patient’s education
• Maintain examination rooms, sterilize equipment and stock necessary medical supplies
• Perform duties to ensure good patient flow
• Register patients, explain accepted insurances and pricing, properly collect and record payments, complete registration screen in a timely manner
• Travel to care centers within designated region
• Protect patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal information
• Clean and stock the site with other members of the team
• Train other team members

Requirements

• 1-2 years previous experience working in a physician practice or clinic setting is preferred
• Basic computer skills, including the use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Ability to function independently without close supervision, and to consistently exercise discretion and the highest level of good clinical and other professional judgment
• Ability to complete and maintain CPR certification

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching