Medical Assistant III - OB/GYN

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Faculty Physicians is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in Baltimore. Responsibilities include patient care, chart management, and performing medical tasks. Candidates need at least 5 years of experience and required certifications. This role is vital in ensuring efficient patient flow and care quality.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years medical assisting and medical office experience.
• CPR certification is required.
• Demonstrated skill in venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with patient care and chart management.
• Performs delegated medical tasks and clerical duties.
• Gathers and documents patient history and performs routine office testing.

Skills

Venipuncture

Patient Care

Compassion

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

UMPB - Professional Bldg.
419 W. Redwood St.
Baltimore, MD 21201, USA

UMPB - Professional Bldg.
419 W. Redwood St.
Baltimore, MD 21201, USA

Responsible for assisting physicians and nursing staff with patient care. Responsible for chart management and patient flow. Performs delegated medical tasks and may perform clerical duties. Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; mentor and coach clinical staff; oversee workflows in the back office to ensure patients are triaged and roomed promptly; review logbooks to ensure proper documentation of injections, IUDs, Nexplanons etc.; other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• 5 or more years medical assisting and medical office experience
• Medical Assistant certification required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Demonstrated skill in venipuncture CPR certification is required

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
2. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
3. Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
4. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
5. Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing which would indicate the MA should also assist with obtaining cultures from rectums, vagina, anus, stool, wounds, throat biopsy specimens, etc.
6. Administers and documents injections and other medications given.
7. Assists provider with clarification of patient instruction such as, diagnostic test preparation, and medication administration.
8. Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.
9. Sterilizes all reusable instruments and equipment as needed.

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits

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