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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Amergis Healthcare Staffing • Palo Alto, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients.

Responsibilities :

  • Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information on patient’s charts
  • Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients
  • Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment
  • Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed
  • Cleans and sterilizes instruments
  • Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials
  • Operates x-ray, electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests
  • Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests
  • Schedules appointments, receives money for bills, keeps x-ray and other medical records, performs secretarial tasks, and completes insurance forms
  • May key data into computer to maintain office and patient records
  • May keep billing records, enter financial transactions into bookkeeping ledgers and computer, and mail monthly statements to patients
  • Performs other duties as assigned / necessary

Minimum Requirements :

  • High School diploma or its equivalent
  • Full command, verbal and written, of the English language
  • Good telephone communication skills
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of medical procedures
  • Knowledge of clerical functions
  • Current CPR card (if applicable)
  • Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable)
  • Current Health Certificate (if applicable)
  • Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred
  • Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
  • Relevant certification / license if applicable.
  • Ability to effectively elicit / provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
  • Computer proficiency required
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits :

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Awards and recognition programs
  • Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
  • About Amergis

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

    Amergis is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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