What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - PRN position at QuadMed?
QuadMed is currently seeking a PRN Medical Assistant to join our team at the Greenheck Health and Wellness Center in Schofield WI serving Greenheck employees and their families. Onsite services include primary and acute care, lab, x-ray, physical therapy and wellness coaching.
This position is PRN only for coverage during clinic hours, as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Measure and record vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e. patient interview and history, vital signs, treatments, test results.
- Assists medical staff with patient examinations
- Uses CPR skills when necessary
- Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments
- Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information, and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
- Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.
- Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team based approach to health care delivery
- Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.
- Performs other position-related duties as assigned
- Where permitted, and as directed:
- May perform routine screening tests
- Draws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.
- Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations
- Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures
- Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant required
- CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written)
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred
Preferred Skills:
- Phlebotomy and lab experience
- Experience working front office
- Medical Assistant certification through AAMA
- Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC
- Experience working in a Primary Care setting
- Bilingual a plus
Salary : $32,600 - $41,300