Medical Assistant

Patient First; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits packages

Flexible hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Patient First is seeking a Medical Support team member in the Harrisburg area to assist with patient intake, triage, and vital signs, and to support Physicians and Nurses with exams and treatments.

You will use the electronic medical record system to place orders for labs, x-rays, and supplies, and help maintain a clean, organized treatment area in a fast-paced center.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum typing experience.
• Ability to hear paging/bell systems and phone.
• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients and obtain vital signs; triage and prepare for exams.
• Order labs, x-ray, and medical supplies electronically as directed.
• Assist nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care.
• Maintain clean treatment areas and coordinate with center staff.

Skills

Typing experience

Hearing pages/bells/phone system

Mobility: sit/stand/walk

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CPR training/ability to attend CPR classes

Job description

Responsibilities

• Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients' medical condition and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner
• Sterilizing and setting up instruments
• Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap
• Receiving and storing supplies
• Restocking treatment rooms as needed
• Reporting to Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift
• Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Director of Medical Support (DMS), and Physician
• Adhering to established policies and procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed
• Participating in maintenance assignments as necessary and as directed
• Understanding and using the electronic medical record system
• Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS
• Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained
• Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift
• Being available to assist as needed (breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations)
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Professional Requirements

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum typing experience
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician's office preferred
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills
• Ability to prioritize and deal with numerous tasks at one time
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work

Since opening our first medical center in 1981, Patient First's vision remains the same: making access to quality medical care as convenient and cost-effective as possible. To achieve this objective, we have adopted and continue to embrace many innovative operating systems and practices. All 78 Patient First centers in the mid-Atlantic region are open every day of the year- including weekends and holidays. Patient First provides both primary and urgent care services as well as a broad range of Occupational Health services. X-rays, lab tests, and prescription drugs are available on-site to save time and reduce the need for extra trips. Patient First offers excellent benefits packages, flexible hours, and competitive compensations for Nurses, Lab and Radiologic Technologists, Medical Assistants, and Front Office staff.