Medical Assistant Certified

Graduated from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program CMA or CCMA certified Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and representatives of outside agencies Professional demeanor and appearance Demonstrated proficiency in assessing and delivering care to a diverse population Adult, Infant, and Child CPR (BLS) certification Availability to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 8 am - 6 pm, including rotating weekend coverage for Saturday clinic Key Responsibilities: Take and record vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) for all patients according to established protocols Perform tests including EKGs, vision and hearing screenings, and oxygen saturation as requested Prepare exam rooms and assist providers as needed Maintain confidentiality of all patient and health center information Schedule patient appointments and follow-ups Comply with HIPAA regulations Oversee provider schedule and patient flow Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing (DON), or Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Maintenance of Lab/Work Areas: Keep work areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized Maintain Universal Precautions at all times; follow protocols for blood/body fluid spills Order lab and clinic supplies as needed Inspect supplies in exam rooms and supply closet at least quarterly and document in log books Laboratory/Clinical Assistance: Review the order sheet and complete requisitions according to insurance/grant requirements Administer vaccines as directed by the provider upon completion of certification Collect and process lab specimens, ensuring specimen integrity Perform urinalysis, hCG, flu, Covid, strep testing, fingerstick blood glucose, hgb, and lead testing Record completed lab work in lab logs daily Autoclave instruments and record weekly spore count ACO: Assist with quality improvement (QI) projects to support HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO, and PCMH quality measures Working Conditions: Work performed in a busy outpatient clinic with direct patient contact Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting required Use of computers, phones, and standard medical office equipment. Must be able to respond quickly in urgent or emergent situations. Salary Range: $19-$25.53 Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Preferred Medical Assistant Program Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Caringhealth