Certified Medical Assistant

Complete Health; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Health in Trussville, AL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient examinations and treatment. Duties include interviewing patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and handling instruments and charting.

The role involves scheduling, records maintenance, and basic lab tasks. The position requires an AA degree or equivalent, certification, and ability to stand/walk for long periods, lift up to 30 pounds, and assist with heavier lifts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Certification is required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; capable of lifting up to 30 pounds and assisting in lifting up to 300 pounds.
• Experience with Word Processing, Internet software and Database software.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination.
• Drapes patients and positions instruments and equipment.
• Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG) and schedules tests.
• Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests.
• Schedules appointments and maintains medical records.
• Performs blood draws competently and expediently.
• Assists patients with mobility and transport needs within the clinical setting.

Education

AA degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Tools

Word Processing

Internet software

Database software

Job description

7201 Happy Hollow Road, Trussville , Alabama 35173 , United States

Position Type

Full Time

Shift

8-5 Monday-Friday

Pay Rate

18.38-22.53

Job Description

* It is not typical for individuals to be hired at or near the top of the established pay range. Compensation decisions are based on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. The final offer may be influenced by several factors, including the candidate's skills, education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES :

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under direction of Physician.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records all otherinformation on patients' charts.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
• Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.
• Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests.
• Schedule's appointments, keeps x-ray and other medical records, performs secretarial tasks,and completes insurance forms.
• Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
• Performblood draws competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible.
• Medical Assistants are responsible for assisting patients with mobility and transport needs within the clinical setting. Duties include helping patients in and out of wheelchairs or exam tables, escorting or transporting patients to various areas, and ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process. Medical Assistants are expected to monitor patients during transport for signs of distress, maintain the cleanliness of transport equipment, and provide emotional support when necessary.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; OR six months to one-year related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience to be determined by Practice Manager.
• CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED .
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software, Internet software and Database software.
• This position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods. It involves a full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients and equipment. Medical Assistants must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds and assist in moving patients weighing up to 300 pounds. The role also includes regular exposure to bodily fluids and demands of adherence to strict safety and hygiene protocols.

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