Medical and Patient Services Assistant GBMA - Podiatry

Medical and Patient Services Assistant GBMA - Podiatry Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments. Education HS, GED, OR Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant Experience Successful completion of accredited MA training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of MD, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College, PG Community College, or Towson University. OR 1 year of MA experience and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA or RRMA) Skills Knowledge of medical terminology Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs Skill in written and oral communication Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire Licensures, Certifications Certificate of training from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross Principal Duties and Responsibilities Performs direct patient care in an office such as: Takes and records vital signs Routine diagnostic tests Administers medications Prepares patient for exam Record EKG Maintains examination schedule. Evaluates patients for schedule of appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care. Responds to patient questions. Assists patient with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table. Chaperones patient as needed during examinations. Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician. Cleans room as needed between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms. Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time. Working Conditions Exposure to disinfectant and detergent solutions. Exposure to human specimens Conditions of Employment Ability to do various practices, as needed. Pay Range $17.64 - $27.48 Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr