Medical Assistant Certified
Full-Time Springfield, MA 01103, USA
Minimum Requirements :
- High School diploma / G.E.D.
- Graduated from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, patients, representatives of outside agencies, etc.
- Professional mannerisms
- Professional appearance
- Demonstrate proficiency in the assessment and delivery of all services to a diverse population
- Adult, Infant, and Child C.P.R. certification (BLS)
- Candidate must have and maintain Medical Assistant Certification
Work Hours include M-F 8 : 30-6 with voluntary weekend coverage of Urgent Care Clinic and are subject to change
Responsibilities :
Patient Prepping : In accordance with established procedures, take and record vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, for all visits. Perform tests, i.e., EKG, vision and audio screening, and oxygen saturation as requested. Prepare the exam room and assist with the exam as needed If bilingual, aid staff in interpretation during visits and phone contact as neededPerform other duties deemed necessary by the Nurse Manager, DON, or CNOOversee the provider's schedule and management of patient flowMaintain confidentiality of all health center informationSchedule patient appointments and follow-upComply with H.I.P.P.A. regulationsMaintenance of Lab / Work Area : Keep work areas, exam rooms, and lab clean and orderlyMaintain Universal Precautions at all times and follow protocols related to blood / body fluid spillsOrder lab and clinic supplies as neededInspect supplies in exam rooms and the supply closet minimally every quarter and document in log booksLaboratory / Clinical Assistance : Review the order sheetAdminister Vaccines as directed by the ProviderDraw, perform, and / or collect all lab specimens, ensuring specimen integrityPerform urinalysis, hCG, strep testing, finger stick blood glucose, hgb, and lead testingComplete the correct lab requisition according to the insurance / grantRecord completed lab work in lab logs dailyAutoclave and record weekly spore countAssist with QI projects to improve and maintain quality measures for HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO, and PCMHWorking Conditions : Work is performed in a busy outpatient clinic environment with direct patient contact. Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Involves the use of computers, phones, and other standard medical office equipment. Must be able to respond quickly in urgent or emergent situations. Salary ranges from $19 - $25.53
Qualifications :
Licenses & Certifications Preferred Medical Assistant Program