Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Summary:

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under direction of the Physician.

Exer Core Responsibilities

• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
• Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
• Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities

Ø Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.
Ø Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Ø Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
Ø Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
Ø Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Ø Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
Ø Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.
Ø Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
Ø Assist doctors with charting
Ø Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review
Ø Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections
Ø Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures
Ø Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications

v Medical Assistant experience
v CPT I certification
v Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.
v Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet
v Neat and professional appearance
v Effective written and verbal communication skills
v Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

Working Conditions

Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 3x12

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23