JOB SUMMARY
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of provider. Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, drape and position patients, hand equipment, supplies, and instruments to provider. Takes vital signs, visions PAMS, assists with treatments, maintains equipment, visual fields and inventory supplies, including EMR, patient scheduling, charge slips and routine patient instruction and knowledge of CPR.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT (MOBILE/CLINIC) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Duties:
• Administer medical questionnaires directly to Clinic Staff, Patients as well as any visitors entering job sites • Administer and interpret the temperature of an individual utilizing forehead, tympanic and/or oral thermometers according to manufacturer's instructions and CDC guidance for personal protection • Reporting cases of positive and negative responses according to established protocols • Communicate findings directly to the Leads as required • Document findings and results of the Medical Screening • Make changes in the appointment type as needed basis depending on findings and results while having polite, but clear communication with the patients about the changes • Don and Doff PPE as required within the protocol for performing medical screening as needed basis • Patient Relations: • Assures timeliness of services rendered to patients • Clearly informs patient the name of provider who will render services • Arranges for and assists patients in understanding instructions for all ancillary services • Listens to complaints from patients regarding services rendered • Demonstrates adequate triage technique in handling telephone calls from patients and inquiries regarding services rendered • Appropriate management of filing records, recording telephone calls and prescription refill information in electronic medical records • Checks floor stock and sample medications, discards expired medications appropriately, re-orders as needed • Demonstrates accurate knowledge in management of emergency situations • Assists patient to room • Looks after patients comfort while on premises • Maintains availability to examining Provider as needed • Accurately performs visual testing and on-site testing • Accurately file all patients lab results, x-ray, EKG, SCANS and all miscellaneous documents after doctor signs off • Assists providers in all medical examinations • Collection of all specimens, including cultures, for laboratory processing • Assists in minor surgery, positioning and draping patient, passing instruments • Inventory, Ordering, Facility Maintenance • Screens telephone calls for referral and takes messages for provider
Patient Interaction Expectations:
• Greet patients before they greet you • Listen, respond, and make eye contact with every patient • Personalize interactions with each patient • Explain to each patient the process of care • Provide patients with updates throughout their visit
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to find solutions when barriers are identified • Strong documentation skills • Ability to multi-task and prioritize when needed • Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively • Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions • Experience and work ethics that supports working within a high functioning, team-oriented environment • Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work under supervision • Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff • Ability to use computer and learn new software programs • Excellent interpersonal skills reflecting clarity and diplomacy and the ability to communicate accurately and effectively with all levels of staff and management • Demonstrates ability to work in a regulatory climate that includes oversight of state and federal entities, payer contracts etc. • Possesses ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing • Possesses genuine respect for others and acceptance of their individual social and cultural traits • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook • Able to travel and attend professional meetings, conferences, trainings and clinic sites • Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to cooperate while working with others in multi-disciplinary teams • Requires the knowledge of Informal Medical Office Policies and Procedures • Ability and willingness to work cooperatively with others • Ability to be highly organized • Ability to work independently • Ability to speak effectively with vendors as well as employees • Ability to create and prepare reports • Must have analytical and problem solving abilities • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions functions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form • Ability to read, write and communicate effectively • Ability to present information in an easily understandable manner • Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision • Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word • Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
Physical Demands:
Position requires prolonged sitting at a computer, some bending, lifting, stooping and stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, photocopy machine, telephone, and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight.
Requirements:
MEDICAL ASSISTANT (MOBILE/CLINIC) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or its equivalent • Medical Assistant Certificate • 2 years experience preferred • CPR Certified • Certification through AAMA preferred • Must have a valid Class C driver's license and reliable transportation • Must be bilingual in English and Spanish
Pay Rate:
$22-$25/hr
Medical Assistant (Mobile/ Clinic) Patient Interaction Expectations:
Greet patients before they greet you Listen, respond, and make eye contact with every patient Personalize interactions with each patient Explain to each patient the process of care Provide patients with updates throughout their visit