Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments.

Education

High school diploma, GED, OR Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant

Experience

Successful completion of accredited MA training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of MD, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College, PG Community College, or Towson University. OR 1 year of MA experience and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA or RRMA)

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs
• Skill in written and oral communication
• Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results
• Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire

Licensures, Certifications

Physical Requirements

Working Conditions

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Performs direct patient care in an office such as :

Maintains examination schedule. Evaluates patients for schedule of appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care.

Responds to patient questions. Assists patient with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table. Chaperones patient as needed during examinations.

Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician.

Cleans room as needed between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms. Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned.

GBMC Values

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect : I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Excellence : I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Accountability : I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Teamwork : I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Ethical Behavior : I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Results : I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range $17.13 - $26.68

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.