Part Time Medical Assistant Float

Duties

• Takes patient history and obtains vital signs
• Performs basic testing or screenings such as vision, audio, urine drug screens, breath alcohol, EKGs, pulmonary function testing
• Accurately completes 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
• Performs point of care testing such as strep, mono, glucose, influenza, Urine pregnancy, Urinalysis, blood glucose levels
• Dispenses and documents medications and other treatment modalities
• Ensures sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization, proper use of the autoclave
• Schedules and coordinates necessary records for ancillary care for patients
• Assists providers with exams and testing (pelvic exams, eye irrigations and ear irrigations, I & D's and splinting/ ortho-glass preparation)
• Performs occupational medicine testing such as urine drug screens, breath alcohol testing, audiogram, and DOT physicals
• Maintains confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA)
• Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to manager
• Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed
• Performs duties to ensure good patient flow
• Registers patients, explains accepted insurances, and completes registration screen in a timely manner
• Travels to care centers within designated region
• Protects patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal information
• Cleans and stocks the site with other members of the team
• Trains 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