Medical Assistant III-Pulmonary Medicine

University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. in Annapolis, MD is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant III-Pulmonary Medicine.

The role supports physicians and nursing staff, manages patient flow, and handles charting and delegated clinical tasks within a department using the electronic system per SOPs. The position requires High school/GED, completion of an accredited training program, 5+ years of medical experience, and a Medical Assistant certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited training program.
• 5+ years of supervised work experience in a medical setting.
• Medical Assistant certification (NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.) required
• Demonstrated venipuncture skills and CPR certification

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Patient care

Venipuncture

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma/GED

Accredited training program graduate

Medical Assistant certification (NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.)

Job description

Medical Assistant III-Pulmonary Medicine

Locations

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Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

• On-site
• Hourly Range : $18.99 USD to $28.51 USD
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MEDIC009984

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

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