Medical Assistant - Full Time

Integrity Care Group; McAlester (OK); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Integrity Care Group in McAlester, OK seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers in examinations and treatments while maintaining patient confidentiality and efficient clinic operations.

The role may include Front Office duties and requires adherence to safety and clinical standards. The position is full-time with rotating weekends and 12-hour shifts in a busy clinic setting.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• MA course completion certification preferred and beneficial.
• Must obtain and maintain current BLS certification.
• 2 years Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Greets patients in waiting area, ensures smooth flow, escorts to discharge counter.
• Obtains patient history, triages, records vitals.
• Explains procedures and prepares for examination.
• Prepares instruments and assists provider; sterilizes equipment.
• Administers injections, medications, draws blood, assists with procedures.
• Performs CLIA-waived lab tests and collects specimens for send-out.
• Performs basic x-ray support or assists Radiology as needed.
• Completes medical chart with services, tests, supplies used.
• Schedules follow-ups and referrals; conducts patient callbacks.
• Monitors inventory and orders medical supplies.
• Supports registration and clerical duties as needed.

Conocimientos

Patient interaction

Vital signs measurement

Medical terminology

Clerical duties

Mobility assistance

Educación

High School Diploma

MA course completion certification

BLS certification

Herramientas

PC skills

Electronic Health Records

Descripción del empleo

Description

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant assists the provider in the examination and treatment of patients, following established standards and practices, as directed by the clinic provider. Employees will ensure patient confidentiality at all times. Employees may be tasked to assist in other areas of the clinic as needed, such as Front Office responsibilities. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Schedule

Our schedules are typically released about one month in advance. Full-time employees are scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekends. We are currently open: Monday to Saturday from 8 AM to 8 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 7 PM.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets patients in the waiting area in a courteous, professional manner, ensures patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, and escorts patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
• Obtains patient history: assesses/triages patient, measures vital signs, and records information on patient chart.
• Explains treatment procedures and prepares patient and exam room for examination by provider.
• Positions instruments and equipment and hands to provider when directed. Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment after use.
• Administers injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas, dresses/bandages wounds and incisions, draws blood, and assists provider with any procedures, as directed. All actions taken are by provider orders only.
• Performs diagnostic tests including eye exam, electrocardiograph, defibrillator, cardiac monitor, oxygen equipment, pulse ox, peak flow, and inhalation treatment equipment.
• Performs CLIA-waived lab tests, draws blood, and collects, labels, and processes lab specimens for send-out.
• Performs occupational medicine protocols, using proper techniques and guidelines.
• Ensures preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
• Correctly prepares and administers medication. Uses patient identifiers prior to administration of medication. Documents administration in required logs.
• Removes sutures and/or staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressing.
• When applicable, performs basic x-rays or assists Radiology Technician with x-ray set up.
• Completes medical chart to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Performs patient callbacks, arranges for referrals and testing, and schedules follow-up appointments.
• Monitors disposable inventory and places orders for medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Performs quality checks on medical equipment to ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Assists with registration and performs additional clerical duties when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistant preferred.
• Licenses/Certification:
• MA course completion certification preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS.
• Experience:
• 2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Skills:
• PC skills or applicable computer experience.
• Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
• Ability to work all shifts.
• Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations and interruptions.
• Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.
• Occasional pressure due to a fast-paced environment.
• The position may require lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
• Will be required to wear protective equipment as necessary.
• Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher
• Frequently: Sitting, walking, standing.
• Occasionally: Bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, traveling.
• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds