Medical Assistant

Description

CareWell Urgent Care is seeking a dependable full-time Medical Assistant for our state-of-the-art urgent care facility in Cambridge, MA!


Full-Time, (3) 12-hr Shifts, rotating Weekends

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the clinical provider, the Medical Assistant duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, IV/Blood draw, ECG, office diagnostic testing, x-ray prep, assisting with splinting/wound care and assisting in administering medications as directed by physician.

Duties and Responsibilities: Medical Assistant / EMT - tasks include but are not limited to:

Medical:

• Prepare examination and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Take patient histories and vital signs
• Prepare patient for examination and treatment
• Apply splints and dressings, prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments including sterilization
• Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals
• Perform phlebotomy and laboratory paperwork.
• Dispense medication as directed
• Instruct and educate patients about discharge instructions if applicable
• Provide solutions to patient concerns within the scope of position.
• Provide information and assistance as needed.

Clerical Duties:

• Provide accurate and timely documentation to staff, insurance carriers and companies.
• Maintain patient records for clinical use, medical records use, billing use, physicians review, etc.
• Document patient files, records, forms, and other info as necessary.
• Assist with scheduling of test and treatments.
• Screen phone calls for referral to physician.
• Maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
• Complete opening and closing procedures.
• Be sure work area appears neat, well stocked, and organized.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

• 1-5 years MA experience and/or MA, CNA, LNA or EMT certification

Accuracy and strong attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal

• Able to take initiative to step up and solve problems and recommend solutions

• Demonstrate ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Proven interpersonal skills to effectively and courteously deal with patients, families, clients, coworkers, clinical staff and physicians.