MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT)

Job Duties

Conduct patient screening, document the chief complaint, and record full vital signs, height, and weight.

Apply antiseptic for immunizations or skin tests and place or remove bandages, dressings, and hot/cold packs.

Administer medications subcutaneously, intramuscular, intradermal, and screen and administer standard immunizations in accordance with established protocols.

Collect specimens, perform urine dipstick testing and blood glucose finger sticks, and enter laboratory requests into the automated system.

Schedule appointment with the appropriate clinic and health care provider dependent on patient disposition, complaint or symptoms or services requested.

Initiate work orders, and restock supplies required to support patient care and maintain clinic operations.

Maintain waiting areas in a clean, orderly condition and provide orientation for Red Cross volunteers and newly assigned personnel.

Ensure appointments are timely and in accordance with physician's request and explain reasons for delays in giving timely appointments due to shortages of personnel or other circumstances.