JOB DESCRIPTION
Employment Type : Full time
Full time
Shift : Description :
Description :
- Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
- Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
- Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse,
respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for
laboratory analysis.
Administer ordered medications and / or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic,
and / or inhalant administration.
- May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
- Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
- Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by
physician.
Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms
stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed
by the provider.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions and / or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare
provider(s).
- Ensure safety checklists / quality controls are completed as required.
- Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
- Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare
provider(s).
Role-Specific Behaviors : these additional behaviors are necessary in the role :
- Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.
- Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
- Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in
questionable or emergency situations.
- Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
- Good computer skills using a medical management application.
- Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
Job Requirements / Qualifications
a. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred) :
- High school diploma or equivalent required. · Current / valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.
- Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current / valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.
- May require specialized training such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT). · Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
- Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.