Medical Assistant (MA) - Per Diem, Urgent Care

Virtua; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Virtua is seeking Per Diem Medical Assistants to assist with patient examinations and clinical tasks under physician supervision. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, performing phlebotomy, administering vaccines, and handling patient communications.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in a medical office and must have graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Required certifications include current Medical Assistant registration and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a medical office preferred.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant is required.
• BLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by documenting vital signs and chief complaint.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing.
• Screens patient calls and contacts them regarding prescriptions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient registration

Medical documentation

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Per Diem Medical Assistants are required to meet a departmental minimum of 24 hours per month and must also work one pre‑assigned winter holiday and one pre‑assigned summer holiday.

Summary

Prepares patient and assists clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint. Performs various clinical tasks within the scope of their certification and under the supervision of the physician.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam. Prepares exam room as required based on chief complaint.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing. Administers vaccines and completes required documentation. Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc. as directed and under the supervision of the physician.
• Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol. Contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results as directed by and under the supervision of the physician.
• Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly, to ensure that clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
• Performs front desk duties as directed which may include registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.

Required Education

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant. In the state of DE, certification is required within 1 year of hire.
• BLS Certification required.