Medical Assistant II

Medical AssistantResponsible for providing direct patient care and/or direct ancillary support services as directed by the provider or other medical/nursing staff. This position is of greater responsibility than a Medical Assistant I and is expected to have a higher clinical knowledge and skill set.Functions and Duties:Contact patients via phone or mail regarding the need to be medically evaluated on a periodic basis or due to abnormal test results or missed appointments.Contribute to the orderliness of the patients’ and staffs’ environment in collaborative responsibility for the patient.Report complaints or questions from the patient and/or family member to the health center or office manager.Cooperate with direct supervisor in seeking ways to improve the quality of patient care and more efficient nursing time management.Work as cooperative member of the staff to provide quality patient care.Clarify with provide on orders or procedures which involve quality patient care.Take patients’ blood pressure, weight, temperature, notifying nurse or provider responsible for that patient of any unusual findings.Answer phone and provide a clear message in the patient’s chart.Clean and restock examination rooms.Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal injections after checking the five rights for medication administration and for the presence of allergies prior to administration and observing for side effects after administration.Perform skin puncture and venipuncture in laboratory when necessary.Obtain laboratory specimens.Complete electrocardiograms.Monitor and stock supplies on a regular basis, notifying proper person of low levels of supplies.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:EducationHigh School diploma or a GED equivalent required.Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants required.Experience6 – 12 months working as an Medical Assistant in a clinical setting preferred.Certifications, Licenses, and RegistrationsActive Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification required.BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.Skills and AbilitiesRequires advanced knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.Physical Demands:Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a clinical nature. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask, gown, gloves) when required