Medical Assistant- PT

CRH Healthcare, LLC; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job Training

Employee flat-rate medical services at

Flexible Work Schedules

Generous PTO Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Financial Planning

Collaborative Work Environment

Annual Merit Increases

Job summary

Patriot Urgent Care in Maryland seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in fast-paced urgent care clinics. You will greet patients, perform intake, prepare exam rooms, and assist with procedures, labs, and radiology as needed.

The role requires completion of an accredited clinical program, CMA or license eligibility, and ability to work extended shifts and weekends in a patient-focused setting. CRH Healthcare offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completed accredited professional clinical program.
• CMA certification preferred or willing to obtain; license required for LPN/EMT/RT.
• Ability to work weekday and/or weekend shifts.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts as location demands.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of EMR.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assure smooth patient flow.
• Perform clinical intake: history, meds, chief complaint, vital signs.
• Explain procedures and prepare patient and exam room.
• Position instruments and hand to provider as directed.
• Clean instruments and equipment after use.
• Administer medications, dress wounds, draw blood, assist procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic tests and CLIA-waived labs.
• Conduct urine drug screens with proper chain of custody.
• Assist radiology if needed and document services.
• Support onboarding and training of new staff.
• Assist front desk with registration and clerical duties.

Skills

Clinical experience

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Computer skills

BLS/CPR

CMA friendly

Education

CMA preferred

LPN/EMT/RT license required

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Patriot Urgent Care is a leading urgent care operator in the state of Maryland. Our mission is to provide the perfect patient experience so our patients can “Get in. Get out. Get better”. We are currently seeking a medical assistant to work in our urgent care clinics. Employees in this role are the liaison between patients and medical providers. We are looking for someone who is caring, courteous and efficient. Individuals in this role need to be detail oriented, have strong interpersonal skills, perform basic medical procedures, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Company Perks and Benefits

• On-the-job Training
• Employee flat-rate medical services at CRH-affiliated clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Generous PTO Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary Financial Planning
• Collaborative Work Environment
• Annual Merit Increases

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assure a smooth and efficient patient flow
• Perform clinical intake including but not limited to obtaining patient’s medical history, current medications & chief complaint; obtain vital signs and records information within the electronic medical record
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination
• Position instruments and equipment and hand to the provider as directed
• Clean instruments and equipment after use
• Administer medications, dress/bandage wounds, draw blood and assist provider with any procedures
• Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, audiogram, peak flow, and other basic nursing functions
• Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, draw blood, and create label and process specimens for send-out
• Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory (After certification training)
• Perform dosage calculations for administering medications
• Where applicable, perform basic x-rays or assist radiology technologists with x-ray set-up
• Complete medical charting to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used
• Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments
• Monitor disposable inventory, medical supplies, and pharmaceuticals
• Perform quality checks on medical equipment
• Assist in onboarding and training of new staff members if required
• Assist front desk staff with patient registration and perform additional clerical duties when needed
• Perform additional duties as necessary

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of an accredited professional clinical program
• Proof of current Medical Assistant certification preferred or willing to obtain (CMA); license required for LPN, EMT or RT
• Ability to work weekday and/or weekend shifts as needed
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts as determined by location
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of electronic medical records
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Two years of clinical experience preferred
• BLS/CPR certification preferred
• Occupational Health, X-Ray, and/or IV experience preferred
• Ability to escort or transport a patient by wheelchair when appropriate

CRH Healthcare provides a professional work environment, a strong clinical support organization, and a competitive compensation and benefits package. CRH Healthcare an equal opportunity employer: M/F/D/V