Medical Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform the duties required to provide support for providers in all aspects of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within a defined scope of care.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) months' experience as a Medical Assistant.

Skills and Abilities: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies and procedures.

* Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing schedules.

* Good organization skills.

* Good verbal communication skills.

* Good computer skills including the use of word processing and e-mail software.

Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

* Certificate from Medical Assistant Training program.

* CPR Certification.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Essential Functions

* Performs patient intake (i.e., blood pressures, temperatures, pulse, respirations, weights and measurements) on patients for medical examination.

* Perform tests (i.e., pulse oximetry, vision tests, hearing screens and EKGs).

* Gives medications/immunizations as ordered per route (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and subdermal).

* Notifies Clinic Nurse Coordinator and Provider of abnormal vital signs, blood glucose, or EKG results.

* Prepares, maintains exam rooms assuring that they are cleaned and stocked; performs sterilization of instruments.

* Assists urgent care patients by monitoring vital signs and assisting with transportation to another department or facility.

* Responsible for general office procedures (i.e., nebulizer treatments).

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Marginal Functions:

* Assist with primary care appointments.

* Assist with orientation and training of new Nurses, Medical Assistants, students, and volunteers.

Supervises: None

NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS