Medical Technician - Urgent Care Center

Description

The Medical Technician is responsible for :

Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures

Capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the encounter into the EMR in a timely manner

Assisting Site Managers with directing patient flow, inventory, and following up on labs

Ensuring site lab compliance with Department of Health (DOH) Regulations

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

including the duties and responsibilities as stated in the CityMD Scope of Practice for Medical Assistants and Scribes) :

Assisting the physician with medical procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) Scope of Practice, which may include but is not limited to : external laboratory specimens, UA, EKG, procedure set ups, etc.

Ensuring Department of Health (DOH) compliance of site lab and exam rooms which may include but is not limited to : logbook maintenance, checking for expired medications and supplies, proper handling of specimen etc.

Being able to fully document in the EMR on multiple patients per hour on average

Facilitating any necessary diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, ultrasounds, etc.) and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care via Aftercare

Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under provider guidance

Assisting the licensed practitioner, under the direct and personal supervision of the licensed practitioner, with CLIA waived tests for which training has been provided as well as EKGs, and acting as a second set of hands for limb stability for sling assistance

Ensuring the site is fully stocked with supplies

Helping maintain a clean, courteous, and professional working environment

Providing compassionate care to our patients

Assisting with training and acclimation of new hire Medical Assistants and Scribes

Qualifications

If Internal Candidate must be in good performance and company policy standing

A High School Degree or GED

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program, with Certified (CM) Medical Assistant credential preferred and / or phlebotomy and EKG certifications

4- 6 months experience as a Medical Assistant

Able to conduct EKGs

Comfortable with phlebotomy, preferably over 100 blood draws

Experience performing rapid bedside tests preferred ex : UA, finger stick, rapid mono etc.

Knowledge of third party payor requirements preferred

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Strong aptitude for detail, and ability to work independently, required

Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems

Happy and positive thinking, able to project this attitude around others

Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve

Flexible & adaptable nature to work in a continuously evolving team environment

Excellent communication and bedside manner

Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on site location.

Physical requirements

The job may require from time to time to lift light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical / facility supplies)

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families.

Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

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