Looking for a full time Medical Assistant to work in a Primary Care Office / Urgent Care in Chino Valley AZ.
*Primary Job Duties:*
* Greet patients in waiting area, assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, escort patients to discharge counter.
* Obtain patient history; assess/triage patient, measure vital signs, and record information in the medical record/EMR.
* Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
* Carry out Standing Orders as applicable prior to patient being seen by the provider according to written protocol.
* Position instruments and equipment and hand to provider as directed.
* Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
* Administer injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, dress/bandage wound and incisions, start/monitor IV, draw blood according to written order, and assist provider with any procedures.
* Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, cardiac monitor, oxygen equipment, pulse ox, peak flow and inhalation treatment equipment.
* Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, draw blood and collect, label and process specimens for reference lab according to physician orders.
* Perform both DOT, Non-DOT urine drug screens, BAT and Hair Drug Testing, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory.
* Perform dosage calculations for administering medications.
* Remove sutures/staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
* Where applicable, perform basic x-rays or assist radiology technician with x-ray set-up.
* Complete medical record to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
* Perform patient call backs, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
* Ensure all patient and patient related telephone calls are documented in the medical record/EMR.
* Restock examination rooms with adequate supplies.
* Cleans examination room after patient visit.
* Monitor disposable inventory and notifies appropriate persons of supplies and pharmaceuticals needed
* Monitor medication expiration dates.
* Perform quality checks on medical equipment including CLIA waived controls.
* Demonstrate ongoing competency and proficiency in clinical job requirements.
* Assist registration staff and perform additional clerical duties as necessary.
* Assist with the orientation of new personnel.
* Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
* Attend staff meetings as scheduled.
* Maintain strictest confidentiality.
* Other duties as assigned.
*Education:*
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program.
*Licensure/Certifications:*
* Certified Medical Assistant.
* BLS certification.
* Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
* Valid TB test within (1) year
*Experience:*
* Two year medical assisting experience in Primary Care or Urgent Care setting preferred.
* Experience with eClinicalWorks EMR prefered
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.
00 - $21.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Primary Care
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Work setting:
* In-person
* Private practice
Experience:
* eClinicalWorks: 1 year (Preferred)
* Primary care or Urgent Care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* Medical Assistant Certification (Required)
* Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)
* BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person