p>Essential Functions: Direct Patient Care Determines reason for patient's visit by reviewing patient's medical record and/or questioning patient regarding medical complaint Documents patient's symptoms and observations in the electronic medical record Accurately reviews and updates patient's social history and medication lists in the electronic health record Performs patient care functions in accordance with standing orders and as directed by clinic physicians, mid-level providers, or nurses Activities include but are not limited to: Taking vital signs Applying/removing dressings Reporting adverse reactions or changes in patient's condition to appropriate personnel Explaining health education and referral information to patient as directed Accurately and efficiently performs routine medical assistant duties such as: Administration of immunizations, TB testing, venipuncture, audiometer examination, visual acuity, ear lavage, ECG, respiratory treatments, and other routine medical functions as directed by the provider and according to established procedures Collects specimens from patients such as urine, stool, or blood, and prepares specimen for laboratory pick-up for analysis as directed Performs routine laboratory tests such as urine dipstick, pregnancy test, and hemoglobin or blood sugar finger stick Assists medical personnel with minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic examinations Provides support to patients and other assistance as directed or required Completes necessary arrangements or organizes treatment rooms prior to surgical and/or examination procedures Obtains patient consent prior to surgical procedure.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required Experience/Training: Bilingual in English/Spanish License/Certification: Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited program; Current BLS certificate Preferred Position Qualifications:
Experience/Training: One year experience or training in a health care setting Experience working in an electronic health record (EHR) Allscripts EHR experience.