Job Description
Responsibilities At MID ATLANTIC MEDICINE /CEDAR HILL URGENT CARE - WDC
Offer services for a wide range of illnesses including seasonal allergies and asthma, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, falls, minor cuts, colds, and flus.
This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required.
Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six (6) months of employment
Current BLS/CPR certification required
Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
Familiarity with medical terminology required
Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol)
Knowledge:
General medical office procedures
Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
Skills:
Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Abilities:
Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions
About Universal Health Services
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.