Medical Assistant I

Overview

The Medical Assistant role provides clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. Part-time, 16 hours/week with a variable day shift; onsite. New rates of pay and a $2,000 sign-on bonus available. Bonus paid in full with first paycheck.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure
• Collects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the Licensed Nurse
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure
• Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes
• Accurate and timely documentation of care within EPIC system
• Performs point-of-service activities such as appointment scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection and patient tracking as needed
• Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures
• Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
• Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members
• Other duties assigned

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred
• Experience with phlebotomy is preferred
• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required
• Experience with electronic medical records (e.g., EPIC) or similar software is preferred
• Years of relevant experience: no experience required
• Years of experience supervising: none

Notes: Onsite position; FTE: 0.4; Employment type: Part-time.