Medical Assistant (PRN)

Description

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

· Performs general and medical assisting duties according to state guidelines.

• Records and signs all pertinent information in the patient's chart

• Triage all patients according to Patient Plus standards.

• Instruct patients in the collection of samples and tests.

• Collects, accurately labels, and forwards specimens for laboratory analysis.

• Prepares patients and assists Providers with examination, treatments, and procedures.

• Prepares and administers medications and injections after verifying correct dosage (Use the six rights of medication).

• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to Providers.

• Prepares examination rooms; sterilizes instruments for tests per established procedures.

• Thoroughly cleans equipment and examination rooms per policy.

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of infection control procedures; strictly adheres to policies and procedures; washes hands before and after each patient contact.

• Instructs and arranges for patient testing and admissions.

• Responds to and refers appropriate incoming telephone calls to Providers.

• Instruct patient regarding medication and treatment instructions before discharge.

• Posts tests and examination results to charts.

• Explains and distributes patient education material (if applicable).

• Answers patients’ questions.

• Escorts patients to the appropriate area in the clinic when necessary.

Patient Records and Recall: 

• Notify and record patients of test results, as directed by Provider.

• Notifies patient of the next follow-up visit required.

Requirements

Education, Skills, and Qualifications:

· Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program with one year of experience in an MA position.

· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

· Willing to attend continuing medical education courses at the employer’s request.

· Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.