Job Description
Job Description
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, and the general public.
Professional mannerismsProfessional appearanceDemonstrate proficiency in the assessment and delivery of all services to a diversepopulation
Adult, Infant, and Child C.P.R. certification (BLS)Candidate must have and maintain Medical Assistant CertificationWork Hours include M-F 8 : 30-6 with voluntary weekend coverage of Urgent Care Clinicand 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 neededIf bilingual, aid staff in interpretation during visits and phone contact as neededPerform other duties deemed necessary by the Nurse Manager, DON, or CNOOversee the providers 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 / bodyfluid spills
Order lab and clinic supplies as neededInspect supplies in exam rooms and the supply closet minimally every quarter anddocument in log books
Laboratory / 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 countACO :
Assist with QI projects to improve and maintain quality measures for HRSA, UDS, NCC,ACO, and PCMH.
Working 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