Industrial Medicine Technologist - USA Industrial Medicine

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams. You will assist with exams, record medical histories, perform phlebotomy and basic radiology procedures, and help with screenings and testing.

The role emphasizes patient preparation, data entry, and adherence to infection control standards. Qualified candidates have a High School diploma, completion of a Medical Assistant program, and relevant certifications; CAOHC/NIOSH/DOT pref options noted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program, registry or certification required or preferred.
• Experience in phlebotomy and radiology is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check-in/check-out duties with verification of billing data.
• Prepare patients for examinations with physicians and document medical history.
• Assist in patient examinations and explain medical testing.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain patient records.
• Administer injections and apply dressings as required.
• Conduct drug screenings, breath alcohol tests, and pulmonary function tests.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Radiology exposure

Medical documentation

Infection control

Patient interaction

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program/certification

CAOHC certification (preferred)

Tools

Spirometry certification (preferred)

NIOSH spirometry training (preferred)

DOT urine screen certification (preferred)

MEAA registration (preferred)

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Performs check-in and check-out duties to Include verification of billing data


• Prepares patients for examinations with physicians


• Documents patients' medical history


• Assists patients during medical examinations


• Explains medical testing to patients


• Sterilizes medical instruments and equipment


• Maintains patients' medical records


• Updates patients' files


• Answers phone calls and responds to emails


• Assists in injury care


• Conducts drug screenings and breath alcohol tests


• Conducts pulmonary function tests


• Conducts respiratory fit tests


• Conducts and assists with


• audiograms


• Conducts audio testing


• Conducts radiology testing


• Conducts EKGs


• Administers injections


• Applies DME/dressings as required


• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements


• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards


• Regular and prompt attendance


• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required


• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience Required


• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program, registry or certification as a Medical Assistant, and experience in phlebotomy and radiology are highly Preferred


• COHC - Cert Occ Hearing Convers with the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) Preferred


• Certification in Spirometry from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Preferred


• DOTUA - Dot Urine Spec - Certification to perform urine drug screen collections and breath and saliva alcohol testing Preferred


• Registration as a Medical Examiner Administrative Assistant (MEAA) to submit Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals Preferred


• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.