Medical Assistant III-Pulmonary Medicine

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians in Maryland is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff with patient care and chart management. This role requires venipuncture skills, CPR certification, and a formal medical assisting credential, with five+ years of supervised clinical experience preferred.

The position involves pre-exam preparation, routine clinical testing, assisting with procedures, specimen collection, and ongoing adherence to department SOPs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited training program in medical assisting.
• 5+ years of supervised work experience in a medical setting.
• Medical Assistant certification (NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.) is required.
• Demonstrated venipuncture skill.
• Ability to perform medical assisting responsibilities under state and faculty guidelines.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
• Follows guidelines to obtain testing based on chief complaint prior to exam; prepares patient for examination.
• Performs routine office testing (phlebotomy, sweat/hydration tests, urinalysis, vision/hearing, pulmonary function, temp, pulse, BP).
• Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
• Obtains patient specimens for diagnostic testing (cultures from various sites as needed).

Skills

Venipuncture

CPR certification

Medical assisting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited training program

Job description

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; and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
• 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.
• 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.
• Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
• 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.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Graduation from an accredited training program (school)
• 5 plus years of supervised work experience in a medical setting. Exemptions will be vetted by Human Resources Director and Department Director
• Medical Assistant certification (such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.) is required
• Demonstrated skill in venipuncture
• Ability to perform all medical assisting responsibilities under state and faculty guidelines
• CPR certification required

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