Medical Assistant I - Archview

Touchette Regional Hospital; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Touchette Regional Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant I for their Archview location. This role involves direct patient care and ancillary support within a clinical environment, including responsibilities such as patient communication, vital sign monitoring, and assisting with procedures. Ideal candidates will have relevant medical assistant training and a BLS certification.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months working as an MA in a clinical setting preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing direct patient care and/or support services.
• Contact patients regarding medical evaluations and manage their environment.
• Administer injections and perform skin puncture and venipuncture when necessary.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants

Job description

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Base pay range

$16.25/hr - $24.38/hr

We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant for our Archview Location!

Job Summary

Responsible for providing direct patient care and/or direct ancillary support services as directed by the provider or other medical/nursing staff.

Functions And Duties

• Contact patients via phone or mail regarding the need to be medically evaluated on a periodic basis or due to abnormal test results or missed appointments.
• Contribute to the orderliness of the patients’ and staffs’ environment in collaborative responsibility for the patient.
• Report complaints or questions from the patient and/or family member to the health center or office manager.
• Cooperate with direct supervisor in seeking ways to improve the quality of patient care and more efficient nursing time management.
• Work as cooperative member of the staff to provide quality patient care.
• Clarify with provide on orders or procedures which involve quality patient care.
• Take patients’ blood pressure, weight, temperature, notifying nurse or provider responsible for that patient of any unusual findings.
• Answer phone and provide a clear message in the patient’s chart.
• Clean and restock examination rooms.
• Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal injections after checking the five rights for medication administration and for the presence of allergies prior to administration and observing for side effects after administration.
• Perform skin puncture and venipuncture in laboratory when necessary.
• Obtain laboratory specimens.
• Complete electrocardiograms.
• Monitor and stock supplies on a regular basis, notifying proper person of low levels of supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or a GED equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants required.
  
  

Experience

• 6 – 12 months working as an MA in a clinical setting preferred.
  
  

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• BLS certification required
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Requires advanced knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a clinical nature. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask, gown, gloves) when required.
  
  

FLSA Statement

This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in non-exempt positions are entitled to receive overtime pay for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek in accordance with state and federal regulations.

EEO Statement

Touchette Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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